Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (45 Rentals)

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Explore the Best Cheap Apartments in Union Park area of Des Moines for Renters Looking for a Great Deal on Lower Cost Rent for the Area.

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Harrington Studios
from $550Studio Apartments

Harrington Studios

677 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Highland Park Apartments (DSM)
from $575Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Highland Park Apartments (DSM)

3717 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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Riverview Oaks Apartments
from $625Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Riverview Oaks Apartments

1420 Pennsylvania AveDes Moines, IA 50316
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Northtown Apartments
from $6751 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Northtown Apartments

3830 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50313
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Twin Manor
from $685Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Manor

720 17th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Anawim Housing
from $7321 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Anawim Housing

1439 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Oak Park Manor
from $7361 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Manor

3400 8th StDes Moines, IA 50313
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The Maverick
from $7991 Bedroom Apartments

The Maverick

1400 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50316
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421 College Ave
from $8001 Bedroom Apartments

421 College Ave

421 College AveDes Moines, IA 50314
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Laurel Villages
from $8152 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Villages

1040 9th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Wedgewood Coop
from $8252 Bedroom Apartments

Wedgewood Coop

2555 Wedgewood RdDes Moines, IA 50317
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Iowa Eastview LLC
from $8752 Bedroom Apartments

Iowa Eastview LLC

3945 E 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50317
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Union Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Union Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Union Park area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $575. Riverview Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Union Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)StudioStudio,1BA$575
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$675
Pleasant Court1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
The AspenDeluxe 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$697
The Scott at East VillageStudioStudio,1BA$718
Gateway Hill- 1731 High St.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
Capitol Heights Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$755
Studios in historic neighborhood and buildng0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$755
The Des Moines BuildingS4Studio,1BA$810

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Park, IA

As of January 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union Park area is the $1.11 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,388. The second greatest value Union Park apartment is the Model A Model at The Elmhurst starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Matilda 235 TownhomesB22BR,2.5BA$1.11
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
935 E 7th St, Unit 935 E 7th street Apt 2935 E 7th St2BR,1BA$0.79
Carbon 5502BR-C62BR,2BA$1.40
The Aspen3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.29
Woodland Avenue Brickstone2x1 8502BR,1BA$1.30
Gateway Hill- 1731 High St.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.15
Pleasant Court1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
Northtown Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Riverview Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.14

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Iowa and customized analysis for Central Des Moines, IA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Union Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 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.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Union Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Union Park is at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) listed at $575.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Park Apartment is $647 at Highland Park Apartments (DSM).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Union Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Union Park is starting from $697 at The Aspen.

What is the most affordable Union Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Union Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Aspen and starts from $1,280.

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