Southern Knolls (Watrous) Apartments

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

1300 E Watrous Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 461-7075
Southern Knolls (Watrous) in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $600–$1,180Rent Pricing
  • 650–800Square Feet

Rent Specials

Move-In Today and Enjoy a Month on Us! Sign a 12+ month lease and receive your first month of rent FREE. This limited time offer to help you settle into your new apartment home. Terms and condition apply

Ask Us About Our Specials

About Southern Knolls (Watrous)

Welcome to Watrous, a small community with a big heart. Its prime location places you near shopping, restaurants, parks, Easter Lake, schools and the MTA bus route. You'll find the relaxed setting is complemented by our helpful staff. Our amenities include 24-hour emergency maintenance, controlled access, laundry facilities on each level, generous closets and spacious living as well as other extras like air conditioning, ceiling fans, and window treatments to enhance your living experience. We offer one and two bedroom apartments homes. Call or e-mail our office for more information. We look forward to welcoming you home. We take pride in offering residents the "GOLD-Standard" in apartment living. Our leasing specialists are ready help you with everything you need to make Watrous your next home.

Southern Knolls (Watrous) 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

Southern Knolls (Watrous) offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $600 and having 650–800 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    From $600

    Floorplan A1

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 650 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $600Available Now50650
    $750Available Now11650
    $750Available Now27650

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $600 - $1,012

    Rent Pricing

    • $600 - $1,012

    Unit 50 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $600

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $600 - $1,012

    Unit 11 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $750

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $600 - $1,012

    Unit 27 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $750

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $600 - $1,012
  • 2 Bedrooms

    From $680

    Floorplan B1

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 800 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $680Available Now23800
    $680Available Now16800
    $680Available Now24800

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $680 - $1,180

    Rent Pricing

    • $680 - $1,010

    Unit 23 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $680

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $680 - $1,180

    Unit 16 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $680

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $680 - $1,180

    Unit 24 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $680

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $680 - $1,180
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. 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

Lease Terms

  • 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18

Pet Policy - Cats and Dogs

  • $30 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $150 Fee
  • Dogs and cats accepted Animal must be 12 months or older All pets must be spayed & neutered
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Parking Fees & Info

Parking Other

  • Other

Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

  • $25 Application Fee

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Laundry Facility
  • Private Patio/Balcony
  • Tub Shower

On-Site Services

  • Laundry Facilities

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Cable Ready

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
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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

Getting Around

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Knolls (Watrous)

Where is Southern Knolls (Watrous) located?

Southern Knolls (Watrous) is located at 1300 E Watrous Ave near the South Park area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at Southern Knolls (Watrous)?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Southern Knolls (Watrous) currently range from $600 to $1,180

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Southern Knolls (Watrous) 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?

Yes. Pets are allowed at Southern Knolls (Watrous). Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at Southern Knolls (Watrous) is: Move-In Today and Enjoy a Month on Us! Sign a 12+ month lease and receive your first month of rent FREE. This limited time offer to help you settle into your new apartment home. Terms and condition apply.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.4

    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 Good Value3.6

    The Southern Knolls (Watrous) Apartments are 51.85% cheaper than the average apartment in the South Park area, and 49.65% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the South Park Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$600$1,374-$774-56.3%
    2 Bedroom$680$1,293-$613-47.4%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$600$1,215-$615-50.6%
    2 Bedroom$680$1,325-$645-48.7%

    Methodology: On 06/10/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 149 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Southern Knolls (Watrous) (South Park), and 974 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 06/10/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.0
1 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.
  • This building should be condemed.

    January 16, 2020
    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

Lincoln High School

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

Howe Elementary

Des Moines Independent Community
2900 Indianola Avenue
Public School - Grades K-5 (297 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
4/10

Weeks Middle School

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

Time and distance from Southern Knolls (Watrous).

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

1100 7th Street
7 minute drive / 3.66 miles away
2507 University Avenue
9 minute drive / 4.61 miles away
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

2600 Hartford Avenue
5 minute drive / 1.89 miles away
7200 Southeast 5th Street
4 minute drive / 2.15 miles away
2101 Fluer Drive
5 minute drive / 2.59 miles away

Southern Knolls (Watrous) 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

3312 Indianola Ave
1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
3321 SE 14th St
1 minute drive / 0.38 miles away
4820-5132 SE 14th St
2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

Southern Knolls (Watrous) has 5 shopping centers within 0.9 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $1,018$450$1,818
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,215$545$10,000+
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,325$639$10,000+
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,629$500$3,600
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,636$500$4,609

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