1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Watrous South Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (42 Rentals)

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Watrous
1 Bedroom Apartments

Watrous

1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Casady Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casady Apartments

1910-1914 Casady DrDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Quarters on 9th
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Quarters on 9th

5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southview Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Southview Manor

2417 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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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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The Meadows
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

2525 County Line RdDes Moines, IA 50321
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14 E Payton Ave
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14 E Payton Ave

14 E Payton AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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808 McKinley Ave
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808 McKinley Ave

808 McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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2617 SW 9th St
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2617 SW 9th St

2617 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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506 Lacona Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

506 Lacona Ave

506 Lacona AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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904 Luster Ln
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904 Luster Ln

904 Luster LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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3815 SW 9th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3815 SW 9th St

3815 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Watrous South 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Watrous South area of Des Moines, IA is found at Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community and is listed at 1,010 square feet priced from $1,752. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Slate Age 55 Plus Active CommunityDickens1,010 Sq Ft$1,752
LincA24952 Sq Ft$1,709
The MeridianRose941 Sq Ft$1,789
Willow Bend2 Bedroom835 Sq Ft$890
CityvilleCherry - A13805 Sq Ft$1,300
Fort Des Moines733 Sq FtCall for Rates
Park Avenue by BroadmoorRockefeller720 Sq Ft$1,040
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom700 Sq Ft$775
The Village at Gray's Lake ApartmentsVillage 1BR City View700 Sq Ft$925
The Pointe on Fleur1x1680 Sq Ft$685

Cheapest Available Watrous South 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Watrous South 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 Watrous South is currently $1,391. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Pointe on Fleur1x1$685
1201 E Bell AvenueOne Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee*$715
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$725
The Hampton MeadowsA1 - Renovated$740
Goldbriar Chateau1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$750
The RidgesA1 - Renovated$765
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom$775
Willow Bend1 Bedroom$810
Fort Des Moines1 Bedroom-B3$850
Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment HomesA1Uwv$885

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Watrous South, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Watrous South Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Watrous South Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Watrous South with 1 Bedroom?

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

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Watrous South Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Watrous South is $1,391.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Watrous South Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Watrous South is a 1,010 square feet unit starting from $1,752 at Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community.

What is the average size for Watrous South 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Watrous South is currently 765 sq ft.

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