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(515) 461-7075
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1300 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

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Watrous Apartments

1300 E Watrous Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 461-7075
Watrous Apartments in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $762-$1,113 Pricing
  • 650–800 Square Feet

About Watrous Apartments

Watrous Apartments is located in the South Park Neighborhood and 50315 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Indigo Living

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Watrous Apartments offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $762 and having 650–800 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    Floorplan A1

    From $762

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 650 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $762Available Now14650

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 14 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $762

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $762 - $1,043
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Floorplan B1

    From $827

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 800 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $827Available Now45800

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 45 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $827

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $827 - $1,113
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 60 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1975

Lease Terms

  • 6 - 18 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$25.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
Cat FeeiCharged per Pet.$150.00
Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$30.00/mo
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

Dogs and cats accepted Animal must be 12 months or older All pets must be spayed & neutered.

Dog
Dog FeeiCharged per Pet.$150.00
Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$30.00/mo
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

Dogs and cats accepted Animal must be 12 months or older All pets must be spayed & neutered.

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Laundry Facility
  • Private Patio/Balcony
  • Tub Shower

On-Site Services

  • Laundry Facilities

Outdoor Features

  • Controlled Access
  • Patio

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Tub/Shower
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Window Coverings
  • Office
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1300 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–2:00 pm
SundayBy Appointment

Frequently Asked Questions about Watrous Apartments

Where is Watrous Apartments located?

Watrous Apartments is located at 1300 E Watrous Ave near the South Park area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at Watrous Apartments?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Watrous Apartments currently range from $762 to $827

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Watrous Apartments are
  • Monday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Sunday By Appointment

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.2

    The Cost Per Square Foot rating shows you the average cost per square foot for floorplans at this community in relation to the local average.

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The Watrous Apartments Apartments are 12.6% cheaper than the average apartment in the South Park area, and 34.7% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the South Park Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$762$851-$89-10.5%
    2 Bedroom$827$970-$143-14.7%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$762$1,151-$389-33.8%
    2 Bedroom$827$1,284-$457-35.6%

    Methodology: On 06/04/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 139 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Watrous Apartments (South Park), and 1172 other apartment communities in Des Moines using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 06/04/2026

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

1.0
1 Renters Reviews
  • This building should be condemed.

    January 16, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
    The people who run this place will probably face a lawsuit soon. When I lived here they took the best part of a week to respond to a leak in my roof, management is dangerously incompetent and negligent. They refused to give me my deposit back despite no major damage or problems, I even paid for a carpet cleaning service and a maid cleaning service to try and get he most back from my deposit. They radically overcharged for small issues and didn't even get back to me for close to two month despite ...
    close to 10 phone calls and two visits. The building is dirty the air conditioning barely works and the place is oddly expensive for the unbelievably low quality. Better to be homeless than live here.
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Nearby Schools

Weeks Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
901 East Park Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (684 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
1/10

Lincoln High School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
2600 Southwest 9th Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2403 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away
1/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Watrous Apartments.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

3140 SE 14th St
1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away

Menards

6000 SE 14th St
3 minute drive / 1.33 miles away

Target

1111 E Army Post Rd
5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus

1100 7th Street
7 minute drive / 3.66 miles away

Drake University

2507 University Avenue
9 minute drive / 4.61 miles away

Grand View University

1200 Grandview Ave
10 minute drive / 4.86 miles away

Groceries

Save-A-Lot

3200 SW 9th St
4 minute drive / 1.43 miles away

Hy-Vee

1107 E Army Post Rd
5 minute drive / 1.71 miles away

Price Chopper

1819 Beaver Ave
12 minute drive / 5.64 miles away

Hospitals

Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center

1200 Pleasant Street
7 minute drive / 3.3 miles away

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th Ave
7 minute drive / 3.67 miles away

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman Road
10 minute drive / 4.98 miles away

Parks and Recreation

James W. Cownie Soccer Complex

2600 Hartford Avenue
5 minute drive / 1.89 miles away

Great Western Trail

7200 Southeast 5th Street
4 minute drive / 2.15 miles away

Gray's Lake

2101 Fluer Drive
5 minute drive / 2.59 miles away

Watrous Apartments has 5 parks within 4.7 miles, including James W. Cownie Soccer Complex, Great Western Trail, Gray's Lake , Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Greenwood Park.

Shopping Centers

Indianola Road Park Plaza

3312 Indianola Ave
1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away

Southgate Shopping Center

3321 SE 14th St
1 minute drive / 0.38 miles away

Southdale Shopping Center

4820-5132 SE 14th St
2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

Watrous Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 0.9 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

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South Park

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Magnolia Park

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments from $650
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $934$480$1,984
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,151$480$2,948
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,284$648$4,055
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,670$685$3,430
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,230$560$2,300

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