Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (126 Rentals)

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Explore the Best Cheap Apartments in Southwest Des Moines area of Des Moines for Renters Looking for a Great Deal on Lower Cost Rent for the Area.

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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 Lenox Properties priced from $575. Southern Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $595. Here are the most affordable Southwest Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lenox PropertiesDrake AStudio,1BA$575
Southern Park Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$595
Ingersoll Park Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Imperial Grand PrixImperial StudioStudio,1BA$685
The Fleming Building#5 - StudioStudio,1BA$695
Arlington HallettStudio EastStudio,1BA$695
Pleasant Court1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
The Hampton MeadowsA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$737
Bell Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$745

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Des Moines, IA

As of December 29, 2024 the best value apartment in the Southwest Des Moines area is the $0.95 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Finn Apartments in the in the Southwest 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.
Finn Apartments2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$0.95
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
Ingersoll TowersGreenwood2BR,1BA$0.95
Southern Park Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.74
BNL Investments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.03
1818 Pleasant St, Unit #11818 Pleasant St2BR,1BA$1.06
Elmcrest2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.10
SunburstTwo Bedroom-One Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
SomersetB12BR,1BA$1.04
The 4220 Grand ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10

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Southwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

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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 Lenox Properties listed at $575.

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 $625 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 $595 at Southern Park Apartments.

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 The Pointe on Fleur and starts from $975.

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