Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watrous South Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (42 Rentals)

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Watrous
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Watrous

1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Quarters on 9th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Quarters on 9th

5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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920 Meadow Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

920 Meadow Ln

920 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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Casady Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casady Apartments

1910-1914 Casady DrDes Moines, IA 50315
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Community Homes
3 Bedroom Apartments

Community Homes

5301 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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Kenwood II
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kenwood II

211 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Magnolia Arms
2 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Arms

444 E Phillips StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Goldbriar Chateau
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Goldbriar Chateau

5555 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Kenwood II
2 Bedroom Apartments

Kenwood II

211 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Iowa Stanton LLC
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Iowa Stanton LLC

2200 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Watrous South, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Watrous South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Watrous South area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Acres Apartments priced from $725. Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $735. Here are the most affordable Watrous South apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment HomesS1PwvStudio,1BA$735
The Hampton MeadowsA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$737
Goldbriar Chateau1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
The Pointe on Fleur2x1a2BR,1BA$765
The RidgesA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$782
1201 E Bell AvenueTwo Bedroom in Des Moines2BR,1BA$800
Willow Bend1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$810
SomersetB12BR,1BA$810
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watrous South, IA

As of February 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watrous South area is the $1.07 price per square foot 3BR/1BA Duplex Model at Evergreen Terrace in the in the East Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Watrous South 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 Watrous South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Evergreen Terrace3BR/1BA Duplex3BR,1BA$1.07
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
SomersetB42BR,2BA$1.08
The Pointe on Fleur2x1a2BR,1BA$0.87
1201 E Bell AvenueTwo Bedroom in Des Moines2BR,1BA$0.94
BNL Investments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
Elmcrest2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
SunburstTwo Bedroom-One Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Willow Bend1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.04

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Watrous South, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Watrous South Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

52 / 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

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 Cheap Watrous South Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Watrous South?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Watrous South is at Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes listed at $735.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watrous South Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watrous South Apartment is $725 at Valley Acres Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Watrous South Apartment for rent?

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

What is the most affordable Watrous South Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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