Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (129 Rentals)

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Southwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Des Moines Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Ingersoll Park Studios priced from $625. Lenox Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Southwest Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ingersoll Park Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Lenox PropertiesDrake1BR,1BA$675
Argonne ApartmentsStudio CStudio,1BA$695
Arlington HallettStudio EastStudio,1BA$695
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
East Village SquareStudio 390-392Studio,1BA$725
Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment HomesS1PwvStudio,1BA$735
The Hampton MeadowsA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$737
Court Ave LoftsCA-A1 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$745
The 31st Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Des Moines, IA

As of February 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Des Moines area is the $0.89 price per square foot Remodeled 2BR/1BA 2 sinks Model at Four Seasons Apartments in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value Southwest Des Moines apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Four Seasons ApartmentsRemodeled 2BR/1BA 2 sinks2BR,1BA$0.89
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
Ingersoll TowersGreenwood2BR,1BA$0.97
SomersetB42BR,2BA$1.08
The Pointe on Fleur2x1a2BR,1BA$0.87
BNL Investments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
Elmcrest2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
The 4220 Grand ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Lenox PropertiesGrand1BR,1BA$1.05
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.04

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Southwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

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Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Southwest Des Moines, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest Des Moines is at Ingersoll Park Studios listed at $625.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Des Moines Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Des Moines Apartment is $675 at Lenox Properties.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Des Moines Apartment for rent?

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

What is the most affordable Southwest Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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