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Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines, IA

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$775
253 Franklin
253 Franklin Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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River Bend
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$795
739 17Th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$775
711 Bancroft
711 Bancroft St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$720 - 800
Pioneer Estates - Limited Time Offer: $50 Off Per Month! One Bedrooms Start At $740/month.
1204 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$725 - 795
The Pointe On Fleur
2800 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$762 - 991
Somerset
6620 SE 5th Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$715
319 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Jan. 1, 2026
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River Bend
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$795 - 797
The Aspen
1646 Hull Ave Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$597 - 767
Highland Park
1216 E Seneca Ave #6 Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$765 - 1,164
Rosemont Place
2202 Se Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$630 - 775
The Drake Apartments
1260 34th St Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$795
Woodland Meadows
3317 E 15th St Des Moines, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$765 - 1,040
The Village at Westchester
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5413 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$725
Capitol Heights
1424 E Walnut Des Moines, IA
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$695
The Fleming Building
218 6th Ave Des Moines, IA
Studio | Available Now
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$550
1464 E 14th St, Dsm
1464 East 14th Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol Park
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$650 - 675
Greenwood
4215 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA
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Ashworth Oaks
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$725
3225 5Th Ave
Des Moines, IA
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$695
The Grove At Hickman - Now Offering $500 Off The First Month Rent When You Look And Lease!
2400 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$795
3119 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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College
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$795
686 19Th St
Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Sherman Hill
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$695
2919 Cottage Grv
Des Moines, IA
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Drake
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$685 - 797
530 E Kenyon
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Jordan Park
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$675
Ten Fold
1082 21st St Des Moines, IA
Studio | Jan. 15, 2026
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Drake University
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$695
The Brady Apartments
650 16th St Des Moines, IA
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Sherman Hill
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$785
311/315 E McKinley Ave
Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Jan. 3, 2026
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$765
Nice 1ba/1br
4053 E University Ave Des Moines, IA
1 BR | Dec. 23, 2025
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$775
3710 56th
Des Moines, IA
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$775
1147 26th St
Des Moines, IA
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Drake University
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$700 - 800
Hot Deal 2 M0nths Free!! Apply Today! 2br/1ba
701 711/801 Loomis Ave Des Moines, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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How many apartments under $800 are available in Des Moines, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 101 apartments under $800 in Des Moines currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $800 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 324 studio apartments under $800 available for rent in Des Moines.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $800 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 869 one-bedroom apartments under $800 available for rent in Des Moines.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $800 are available in Des Moines?

Rentable.co has 743 two-bedroom apartments under $800 available for rent in Des Moines.

Can I afford a apartment under $800 in Des Moines, IA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $800 in Des Moines based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $30,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $800 for rent in Des Moines, IA?

  1. Euclid Heights
  2. College
  3. Sherman Hill
  4. Capitol East
  5. Drake University

Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines, IA: December Rental Information

Welcome to the December 2025 Des Moines Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 key findings and figures for the Des Moines rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $800 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Des Moines and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $800 in Des Moines. Whether you're a student, young professional, or simply searching for an affordable housing option, Rentable has you covered. Stay tuned for our comprehensive report on apartments under $800 in Des Moines, IA.
0 15 30 45 60 <$600 $640 $720 $800 $880 $960 $1,040 $1,120 $1,200 $1,280 $1,360 $1,440 $1,520 >$1,600
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Des Moines stands at $1,060, with the majority falling between $630 and $1,620. Out of the 2,781 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Des Moines, 866 are priced below $800, accounting for 31% of the total available one-bedroom units in Des Moines.

Available Apartments Under $800: Des Moines vs. Surrounding Areas

Des Moines, IA
Ankeny, IA
West Des Moines, IA
Urbandale, IA
Indianola, IA
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In December 2025, there are a total of 158 apartments available for rent under $800 in the Des Moines, IA metro area. This includes apartments in Des Moines as well as nearby cities such as Mitchellville, Granger, Bondurant, Urbandale, Carlisle, Van Meter, Norwalk, Waukee, Indianola, Clive, West Des Moines, Johnston, Pleasant Hill, Windsor Heights, Prairie City, Adel, Altoona, Ankeny, Baxter, Dallas Center, and Grimes. Whether you're looking for a studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartment, you'll find a variety of options within this price range in the Des Moines metro area. Start your search now and find the perfect affordable apartment for you.

Apartments Under $800 Now vs. Last Month: Des Moines and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $800 in December M/M % Change
Des Moines, IA 75 +1.1%
Ankeny, IA 9 +0.98%
West Des Moines, IA 7 +0.9%
Urbandale, IA 5 +0.92%
Indianola, IA 4 +0.85%
Adel, IA 3 +0.94%
Granger, IA 3 +0.22%
Van Meter, IA 2 +0.91%
Grimes, IA 2 +1.0%
Carlisle, IA 2 +0.78%

Looking for Apartments Under $800 in Des Moines?

Available apartments under $800 2,266
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Range / Oven, Garage Attached
Pet friendly 222
Utilities included 24
Furnished 3
Studio 85
1 Bedroom 133
2 Bedroom 91

Where are Des Moines Apartments Under $800?

Top Neighborhoods Euclid heights, College, Sherman hill, Capitol east, Drake university
Euclid Heights 18
College 6
Sherman Hill 6
Capitol East 6
Drake University 5
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