
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Des Moines Neighborhood of Kent, WA from $1,000 (13 Rentals)
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South Des Moines, Kent, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,295 | $1,295 | $1,295 |
South Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $1,457 | $2,625 |
South Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $1,650 | $3,101 |
South Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,757 | $2,295 | $3,648 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Des Moines Neighborhood of Kent, WA.
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Cheapest Available South Des Moines Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Des Moines area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Chelsea By the Bay priced from $1,295. Kently Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,457. Here are the most affordable South Des Moines apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Kently Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,457 |
Bayview Meadows | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Whispering Brook | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Aspens at Belvedere | Alder | 1BR,1BA | $1,608 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Des Moines, WA
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Des Moines area is the $2.16 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Sandpiper in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value South Des Moines apartment is the 24431 27th Ave S Model at 24431 27th Ave S, Unit 3 starting at $1,650 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Woodmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Sandpiper | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
24431 27th Ave S, Unit 3 | 24431 27th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Kently Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Aspens at Belvedere | Alder | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
Spinnaker Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Alexan Gateway | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
Bayview Meadows | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
The Village of Newport | The Collage | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
Whispering Brook | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Des Moines, Kent, WA
Ranked #15
Among neighborhoods in Kent, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Des Moines Neighborhood in Kent, WA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
21 / 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 Cheap South Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Des Moines is at Chelsea By the Bay listed at $1,295.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Des Moines Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Des Moines Apartment is $1,457 at Kently Pointe Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Des Moines is starting from $1,742 at Kently Pointe Apartments.
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