1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwestern Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (16 Rentals)

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Bell Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bell Terrace

2701 SW 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50321
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Iowa Stanton LLC
1 Bedroom Apartments

Iowa Stanton LLC

2200 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Southwestern Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Southwestern Hills area of Des Moines, IA is found at The Meridian and is listed at 941 square feet priced from $1,789. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The MeridianRose941 Sq Ft$1,789
SollA8 - Breath806 Sq Ft$1,367
CityvilleCherry - A13805 Sq Ft$1,300
Ingersoll Square LoftsPhase I A2763 Sq Ft$1,100
Imperial Grand PrixGrand Prix 1 Bedroom720 Sq Ft$991

Cheapest Available Southwestern Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Southwestern Hills of Des Moines, IA is the 1x1 Model starting from $685 at The Pointe on Fleur. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Southwestern Hills is currently $1,490. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Pointe on Fleur1x1$685
River Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$825
Weston Park ApartmentsLaurel$848
Finn Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$875
Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment HomesA1Uwv$885

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #54

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Southwestern Hills Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

24 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

9 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Southwestern Hills Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Southwestern Hills with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Southwestern Hills is at The Pointe on Fleur listed at $685.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Southwestern Hills Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Southwestern Hills is $1,490.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Southwestern Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southwestern Hills is a 941 square feet unit starting from $1,789 at The Meridian.

What is the average size for Southwestern Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Southwestern Hills is currently 757 sq ft.

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