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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southridge Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (13 Rentals)
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Rosemont Place
2201-2202 E Rose AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Pointe on Fleur
2800 Fleur DrDes Moines, IA 50321
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Southridge, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southridge Studio Apartments | $775 | $735 | $815 |
| Southridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $837 | $627 | $1,175 |
| Southridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $931 | $639 | $1,487 |
| Southridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,263 | $950 | $1,671 |
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Cheapest Available Southridge Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southridge area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melbourne priced from $627. Somerset has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $681. Here are the most affordable Southridge apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne | A2 - 40 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $627 |
| Somerset | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $681 |
| Rosemont Place | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $683 |
| The Pointe on Fleur | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southridge, IA
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southridge area is the $1.12 price per square foot B6 - Renovated Model at Rosemont Place in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,198. The second greatest value Southridge apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows starting at $950 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Somerset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosemont Place | B6 - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| McKinley Apartments | 2BD/1.5BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Southern Park Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Sunburst | Two Bedroom-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Willow Bend | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Pointe on Fleur | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Goldbriar Chateau | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southridge Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southridge?
The cheapest apartment in Southridge is Melbourne which is listed at $627, while the average apartment in Southridge costs $1,220.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southridge?
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 38 regular apartments in Southridge that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southridge?
Cheap apartments in Southridge have an average cost of $323 which is $897 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southridge.
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