
Apartments for Rent in the Southwestern Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA Under $700 (1 Rental)

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Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwestern Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southwestern Hills Studio Apartments | $1,296 | $735 | $1,818 |
Southwestern Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $685 | $1,906 |
Southwestern Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $765 | $2,696 |
Southwestern Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $1,075 | $2,575 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Southwestern Hills
How much are Studio apartments in Southwestern Hills?
There are currently 7 Studio Apartments in Southwestern Hills with rent ranges from $735 to $1,818 with an average price of $1,296.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southwestern Hills Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southwestern Hills ranges from $685 to $1,906 with an average monthly rent of $1,490.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwestern Hills cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwestern Hills range from $765 to $2,696. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,689.
How expensive are Southwestern Hills Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 6 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwestern Hills on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,075 to $2,575 - averaging $1,783 for the location.
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