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6800-6616 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

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Willow Bend

6800-6616 SW 9th St
Des Moines, IA 50315
(855) 626-8794
Willow Bend in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • 1–3 Bedrooms
  • $840-$910 Pricing
  • 648–1,092 Square Feet

About Willow Bend

Willow Bend is located in the Outer SE Des Moines S Neighborhood and 50315 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Conlin Properties

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • BBQ/Picnic Area
  • Bike Racks
  • Carpeting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Close To Hwy 5 By-pass
  • Close to Southridge Mall
  • Free DART Bus Pass
  • Heat Paid
  • Laundry On Each Floor
  • Minutes To Downtown And East Village
  • Off Street Parking
  • On Bus Line
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Pet Friendly
  • Plenty Of Closet Space
  • Sheltered Picnic Area
  • Spacious Living Rooms
  • Support Services
  • Water/Trash/Sewer Paid

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Willow Bend offers 1 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $840 and having 648–1,092 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom

    $840

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 648 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $840Available Now21648

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

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

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 21 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $840

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $840

    2 Bedroom

    From $895

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 801-920 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $910Available Now6610920
    $895Available Now19801
    $895Available Now03801

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

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

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $895 - $910

    Unit 6610 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $910

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $895 - $910

    Unit 19 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $895

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $895 - $910

    Unit 03 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $895

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $895 - $910
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bedroom 2 Bath

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 920 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2 Bedroom 2 Bath920 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

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

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
  • 3 Bedrooms

    3 Bedroom 2 Bath

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1092 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability3 Bedroom 2 Bath1092 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

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

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
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

  • 59 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1977

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.$15.00
Due at Move-In
Holding FeeiHolding fee is refundable if denied and upon approval it becomes part of your security deposit. Charged per unit.$100.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Dog
Pet DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$0.00
One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$250.00
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$25.00/mo
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

Max of 2.

Cats
    Restrictions:

    None

    Comments: | Restrictions: None

    Parking Info and Fees

    Surface Lot

    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

    On-Site Services

    • Maintenance On Site
    • Property Manager On Site
    • Recycling
    • Public Transportation
    • Laundry Facilities

    Community Features

    • Business Center

    Outdoor Features

    • Grill
    • Picnic Area
    • Patio

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Media Center/Movie Theatre
    • Playground

    Interior Features

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

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Disposal

    Living Area Features

    • Window Coverings
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Carpet
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    6800-6616 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday8:00 am–5:00 pm
    Tuesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
    Wednesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
    Thursday8:00 am–5:00 pm
    Friday8:00 am–5:00 pm
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

    Frequently Asked Questions about Willow Bend

    Where is Willow Bend located?

    Willow Bend is located at 6800-6616 SW 9th St near the Outer SE Des Moines S area of Des Moines, IA

    What is the current rent range at Willow Bend?

    1 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Willow Bend currently range from $840 to $910

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for Willow Bend are
    • Monday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Tuesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Wednesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Thursday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

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

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The Willow Bend Apartments are 20.8% cheaper than the average apartment in the Outer SE Des Moines S area, and 27.5% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Outer SE Des Moines S Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$840$1,060-$220-20.8%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$840$1,158-$318-27.5%

      Methodology: On 05/18/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 89 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Willow Bend (Outer SE Des Moines S), and 554 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 05/18/2026

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    Nearby Schools

    Downtown School

    Des Moines Independent Community School District
    1800 Grand Avenue
    Public School - Grades K-5 (243 Students)
    Located Nearby9 minute drive / 4.2 miles away
    Property Identified
    6/10

    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 / 2.6 miles away
    1/10

    Morris Elementary School

    Des Moines Independent Community School District
    1401 Geil Avenue
    Public School - Grades K-5 (444 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
    4/10

    McCombs Middle School

    Des Moines Independent Community School District
    201 County Line Road
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (654 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away
    4/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from Willow Bend.

    Big Box and Retail

    Target

    1111 E Army Post Rd
    4 minute drive / 1.44 miles away

    Menards

    6000 SE 14th St
    5 minute drive / 1.72 miles away

    Walgreens

    3140 SE 14th St
    6 minute drive / 2.99 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus

    1100 7th Street
    11 minute drive / 5.43 miles away

    Drake University

    2507 University Avenue
    12 minute drive / 5.85 miles away

    Grand View University

    1200 Grandview Ave
    15 minute drive / 7.09 miles away

    Groceries

    Hy-Vee

    1107 E Army Post Rd
    4 minute drive / 1.47 miles away

    Save-A-Lot

    3200 SW 9th St
    5 minute drive / 2.42 miles away

    Price Chopper

    1819 Beaver Ave
    14 minute drive / 6.66 miles away

    Hospitals

    Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant Street
    10 minute drive / 4.89 miles away

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave
    11 minute drive / 5.5 miles away

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Road
    14 minute drive / 6.6 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Great Western Trail

    7200 Southeast 5th Street
    3 minute drive / 1.21 miles away

    Gray's Lake

    2101 Fluer Drive
    7 minute drive / 3.34 miles away

    James W. Cownie Soccer Complex

    2600 Hartford Avenue
    9 minute drive / 4.37 miles away

    Willow Bend has 5 parks within 5.1 miles, including Great Western Trail, Gray's Lake , James W. Cownie Soccer Complex, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Greenwood Park.

    Shopping Centers

    Southport Center

    1103 Army Post Rd
    1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

    Army Post Square

    500-520 Army Post Rd
    1 minute drive / 0.62 miles away

    Stefon Plaza

    200 Army Post Rd
    2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

    Willow Bend has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Des Moines Studio Apartments $955$480$2,000
    Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,158$480$2,921
    Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,287$648$2,900
    Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,686$685$3,294
    Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,325$560$2,300

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