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Chelsea By the Bay
1823 S Kent Des Moines RdDes Moines, WA 98198
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Silverwood Park
23006 30th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Bayview Meadows
1835 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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23407 16th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Cottonwood
25919 25th Ln SKent, WA 98032
24426 Pacific Hwy S
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The Village of Newport
2500 S 272nd StKent, WA 98032
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Kently Pointe Apartments
4724 S 272nd St SKent, WA 98032
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South Des Moines, Des Moines, WA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,296 | $1,295 | $1,299 |
| South Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $1,095 | $2,625 |
| South Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,240 | $1,285 | $3,140 |
| South Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,090 | $2,295 | $3,648 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA.
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Cheapest Available South Des Moines Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Des Moines area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Chelsea By the Bay priced from $1,295. Silverwood Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable South Des Moines apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Silverwood Park | 201 ST B | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| The Village of Newport | The Collage | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Kently Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,457 |
| Bayview Meadows | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Des Moines, WA
As of April 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Des Moines area is the $2.50 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at Spinnaker Apartments in the in the South Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,282. The second greatest value South Des Moines apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Creekwood Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Woodmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spinnaker Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Creekwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 24431 27th Ave S, Unit 3 | 24431 27th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Kently Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Alexan Gateway | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| The Village of Newport | The Collage | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Bayview Meadows | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Silverwood Park | 201 ST B | Studio ,1BA | $2.74 |
| Whispering Brook | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Des Moines Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Des Moines?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Des Moines is under $1,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in South Des Moines is The Village of Newport which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in South Des Moines costs $2,752.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Des Moines?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in South Des Moines that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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