1326 E 9th St
Des MoinesIA50316
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $400 (27 Rentals)
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1826 6th Ave
Des MoinesIA50314
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Legacy Apartments
4530 Lower Beaver RdDes Moines, IA 50310
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Beaverdale Housing LLC
1417 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50311
3225 5th Ave
Des MoinesIA50313
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The Drake
1260 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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from $785Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 24
Old Main & Drake Apartments
1217 24th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Grand heights Apartments
3315 E 15th StDes Moines, IA 50316
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Forest Avenue Village
3201 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Oak Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Studio Apartments | $1,001 | $450 | $1,777 |
| Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,211 | $650 | $2,147 |
| Oak Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,411 | $725 | $2,733 |
| Oak Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,998 | $1,100 | $2,751 |
| Oak Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $1,295 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oak Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Oak Park Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $547. Legacy Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Oak Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Apartments (DSM) | Standard 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $547 |
| Legacy Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Welcome to 2800 30th St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| Oakview Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| 1333 22nd Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 2413 24th St | 2 Bedroom- 2411 24th | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, IA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oak Park area is the $0.90 price per square foot 3703 5th Ave Model at 3703 5th Ave, Unit #5 in the in the Grandview College Area neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Oak Park apartment is the Classic 2-Bed Model at The Birch (Douglas Terrace) starting at $797 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 3703 5th Ave, Unit #5 | 3703 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| The Birch (Douglas Terrace) | Classic 2-Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Legacy Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Rivers Run | New Vibe 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Welcome to 2800 30th St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Flats on 21st | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 2413 24th St | 2 Bedroom- 2411 24th | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Northtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOak Park, Des Moines, IA
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Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Oak Park, Des Moines, IA
North High School
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1458)
2 out of 10
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Getting Around the Oak Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oak Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oak Park is at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) listed at $575.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Park Apartment is $547 at Highland Park Apartments (DSM).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oak Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Park is starting from $725 at 2413 24th St.
What is the most affordable Oak Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oak Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vue and starts from $1,730.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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