Cheap Homes for Rent in South Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $800 (9 Rentals)

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South Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Sutton Hill priced from $583. Melbourne has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $627. Here are the most affordable South Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sutton HillB22BR,1BA$583
MelbourneA2 - 40 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$627
Rosemont PlaceA11BR,1BA$664

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Park, IA

As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Park area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value South Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Meadows starting at $850 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Somerset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
The Meadows2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.91
McKinley Apartments2BD/1.5BA2BR,2BA$1.04
1201 E Bell AvenueTwo Bedroom in Des Moines2BR,1BA$0.97
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.02
Southern Park Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.96
The Pointe on Fleur1x11BR,1BA$1.01
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.10
The RidgesA1 - Deluxe1BR,1BA$1.11
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$1.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Park

What type of rentals are currently available in South Park?

There are currently 136 Apartments for Rent in South Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $583 to $2,852. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Park ranging from $895 to $2,350.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Park ranges from $895 to $2,350 with an average monthly rent of $1,211.

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