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Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA under $800

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Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, IA under $800. 23 Rentals Available
  • a row of brick apartment buildings on a street
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    2824 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
    STUDIO $725
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black refrigerator
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    2901 Boston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $710
    1 BED $780
  • an apartment building with a car parked in front of it
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    3560(D,F) E. Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $800
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    4901 Meredith Drive, Des Moines, IA 50310
    Income Restricted
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • an apartment building with a fence in front of it
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    1440-1450 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $742
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
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  • a kitchen with white appliances and wood cabinets and a refrigerator
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    Multiple, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $625
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    5301/5307 SW 9Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50315
    Income Restricted
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  • the logo for common road communications with a house and a cross
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    1421 Des Moines St., Des Moines, IA 50316
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $750
  • a kitchen with white appliances and a sink and a refrigerator
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    1415-1441 Des Moines St., Des Moines, IA 50316
    Income Restricted
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    3 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    Multiple, Des Moines, IA 50309
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $690
    2 BEDS $790

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  • a living room with couches a table and a television
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    916 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $720
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
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  • a living room with a fireplace and a table and chairs
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    1200 Office Park Road, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    1 BED $775+
  • an aerial view of a campus with buildings and a green field
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    755 NE 56Th Street, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a counter top with a stove and sink
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    3821 66Th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $715
    2 BEDS $725
  • 200 N 1St Street 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    200 N 1St Street, Carlisle, IA 50047
    2 BEDS $725+
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    1203 West 2Nd Avenue, Indianola, IA 50125
    2 BEDS $790+
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Getting around in Des Moines, IA

54 /100
Somewhat Walkable
34 /100
Some Transit
69 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 54, Transit Score®: 34, Bike Score®: 69

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Des Moines, IA last updated?

Prices and availability in Des Moines, IA were last updated on 11 Apr 2026.

What are the best apartments in Des Moines, IA?

The best apartments in Des Moines, IA are: Sunburst Apts, Matilda 235 Townhomes, 3750 On Grand, 3000 Grand Apartments and Westchester Square.

What type of rental buildings are in Des Moines, IA?

In Des Moines 40% of the housing is rented out compared to 60% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 18% of Des Moines's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 57% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 23% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Des Moines, IA under $800

Searching for apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA under $800 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Des Moines, IA, where the average rent is $797 per month, there are 23 units available for less than $800. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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