Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $300 (40 Rentals)
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Valley Acres Apartments

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

The Hampton Meadows

Rosemont Place

Evergreen Terrace

Park Ridge Apartments

BNL Investments

The Meadows

Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes

LINC at Gray's Station

Woodside Park Apartments

Melbourne

Harbach Lofts

The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments

Cityville

Park Forest Residential Cooperative
South Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Park Studio Apartments | $1,218 | $665 | $1,808 |
South Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $384 | $2,088 |
South Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $446 | $3,317 |
South Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $762 | $3,676 |
South Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,696 | $2,500 | $2,895 |
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Cheapest Available South Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1201 E Bell Avenue priced from $699. Sutton Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $722. Here are the most affordable South Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1201 E Bell Avenue | One Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee* | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $722 |
Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes | S1Pwv | Studio,1BA | $735 |
The Hampton Meadows | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $737 |
Goldbriar Chateau | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Somerset | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $779 |
The Ridges | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $782 |
Willow Bend | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
Rosemont Place | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $821 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Park, IA
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Park 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 South Park apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 bath Model at Southbrook Green starting at $1,150 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Park apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Evergreen Terrace | 3BR/1BA Duplex | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Southbrook Green | 3 Bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Rosemont Place | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
The Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Park Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Sunburst | Two Bedroom-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
1201 E Bell Avenue | One Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee* | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Park, Des Moines, IA
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Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the South Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
62 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 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 South Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Park is at Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes listed at $735.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Park Apartment is $699 at 1201 E Bell Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Park is starting from $757 at The Hampton Meadows.
What is the most affordable South Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Bend and starts from $1,100.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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