Cheap Homes for Rent in Somerset Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $900 (6 Rentals)

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Somerset, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Somerset Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Somerset area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melbourne priced from $627. The Pointe on Fleur has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $685. Here are the most affordable Somerset apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MelbourneA2 - 40 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$627
The Pointe on Fleur1x11BR,1BA$685
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset, IA

As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Somerset area is the $1.18 price per square foot D1 Model at Somerset in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,241. The second greatest value Somerset apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows starting at $950 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Somerset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Somerset apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SomersetD13BR,2BA$1.18
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
McKinley Apartments2BD/1.5BA2BR,2BA$0.99
Southern Park Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.96
SunburstTwo Bedroom-One Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Willow Bend1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
The Pointe on Fleur1x11BR,1BA$1.01
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Goldbriar Chateau1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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Frequently Asked Questions about Somerset

What type of rentals are currently available in Somerset?

There are currently 88 Apartments for Rent in Somerset, IA with pricing that ranges from $545 to $1,375. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Somerset ranging from $995 to $1,595.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Somerset?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Somerset ranges from $995 to $1,595 with an average monthly rent of $1,236.

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