Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer SE Des Moines S Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $300 (53 Rentals)

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Meredith Homes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Meredith Homes

3716 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Quarters on 9th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Quarters on 9th

5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Watrous
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Watrous

1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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920 Meadow Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

920 Meadow Ln

920 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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Casady Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casady Apartments

1910-1914 Casady DrDes Moines, IA 50315
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Community Homes
3 Bedroom Apartments

Community Homes

5301 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southview Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Southview Manor

2417 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Bell Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bell Terrace

2701 SW 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50321
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Kenwood II
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kenwood II

211 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Magnolia Arms
2 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Arms

444 E Phillips StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Goldbriar Chateau
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Goldbriar Chateau

5555 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Kenwood II
2 Bedroom Apartments

Kenwood II

211 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Outer SE Des Moines S, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer SE Des Moines S Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer SE Des Moines S area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pioneer Estates priced from $720. Sutton Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $722. Here are the most affordable Outer SE Des Moines S apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$720
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$722
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment HomesS1PwvStudio,1BA$735
The Hampton MeadowsA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$737
Goldbriar Chateau1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Weston Park ApartmentsPoppy1BR,1BA$754
The Pointe on Fleur2x1a2BR,1BA$765
The RidgesA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$782
1201 E Bell AvenueTwo Bedroom in Des Moines2BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer SE Des Moines S, IA

As of February 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer SE Des Moines S area is the $1.07 price per square foot 3BR/1BA Duplex Model at Evergreen Terrace in the in the East Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Outer SE Des Moines S apartment is the C1 Model at Rosemont Place starting at $1,175 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer SE Des Moines S apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Evergreen Terrace3BR/1BA Duplex3BR,1BA$1.07
Rosemont PlaceC13BR,2BA$1.08
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
The Meadows2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.91
SomersetB42BR,2BA$1.08
1201 E Bell AvenueTwo Bedroom in Des Moines2BR,1BA$0.94
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.02
Nelson LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.03
BNL Investments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.04

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Iowa, including Des Moines. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Outer SE Des Moines S Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

19 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

28 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

19 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 Outer SE Des Moines S Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer SE Des Moines S?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer SE Des Moines S is at Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes listed at $735.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer SE Des Moines S Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer SE Des Moines S Apartment is $720 at Pioneer Estates.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer SE Des Moines S Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer SE Des Moines S is starting from $765 at The Pointe on Fleur.

What is the most affordable Outer SE Des Moines S Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer SE Des Moines S Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Bend and starts from $1,100.

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