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2800 Fleur DrDes Moines, IA 50321
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Valley Acres Apartments
1050 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes
1800 Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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6514 Chaffee RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes
424 E Philip StDes Moines, IA 50315
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315 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments
2270 Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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2221 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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406 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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550 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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2800 SE 8th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Watrous South, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watrous South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watrous South Studio Apartments | $1,382 | $735 | $1,818 |
| Watrous South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,391 | $685 | $2,258 |
| Watrous South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $707 | $2,896 |
| Watrous South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $965 | $3,022 |
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There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Watrous South Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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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 The Pointe on Fleur priced from $685. Somerset has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $707. Here are the most affordable Watrous South apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pointe on Fleur | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| Somerset | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $707 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | One Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee* | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes | S1Pwv | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| The Hampton Meadows | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Goldbriar Chateau | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Ridges | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Southern Park Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watrous South, IA
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watrous South area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Watrous South apartment is the B4 Model at Somerset starting at $956 with a $1.07 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Somerset | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| McKinley Apartments | 2BD/1.5BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Southern Park Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Sunburst | Two Bedroom-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Willow Bend | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| The Pointe on Fleur | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | One Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee* | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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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®
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
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 a cheap apartment in Watrous South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Watrous South is under $775.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Watrous South?
The cheapest apartment in Watrous South is The Pointe on Fleur which is listed at $685, while the average apartment in Watrous South costs $2,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Watrous South?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Watrous South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Watrous South?
Cheap apartments in Watrous South have an average cost of $113 which is $2,137 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Watrous South.
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