Cheap Homes for Rent in Oak Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $700 (3 Rentals)

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Oak Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, IA

As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oak Park area is the $1.16 price per square foot 1201 34th St Model at 1201 34th St in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Oak Park apartment is the Elevated 2 Bed Model at The Birch (Douglas Terrace) starting at $777 with a $0.91 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1201 34th St1201 34th St2BR,1BA$1.16
The Birch (Douglas Terrace)Elevated 2 Bed2BR,1BA$0.91
Riverview Oaks Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.03
Rivers RunNew Vibe 2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.37
Legacy Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.23
Welcome to 2800 30th St.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.07
University Village1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.39
The Drake1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17
2413 24th St2 Bedroom- 2411 24th2BR,1BA$1.21
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17

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Frequently Asked Questions about Oak Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Oak Park?

There are currently 262 Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $675 to $2,871. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oak Park ranging from $750 to $1,650.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oak Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oak Park ranges from $750 to $1,650 with an average monthly rent of $1,150.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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