Apartments for Rent in the Greater South Side Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (339 Rentals)

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Tempo East Village
$1,155 - $4,055
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Tempo East Village

317 E 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA

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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Iowa and customized analysis for Des Moines, Iowa. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with a son or daughter (or both!)? this section of town is known as a good neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, and great school districts for the kids to attend.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with nice outdoor spaces is very important. This neighborhood is now ranked as providing first-class access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This part of town is one of the A-list high-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, concierge services, park access, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

This area has risen to be amongst the finest submarkets for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Greater South Side

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Greater South Side area of Des Moines, IA?

As of today, July 29, 2026, there are currently 339 available Greater South Side apartments priced from $575 to $4,638, with an average monthly rent of $1,302.

How much are Studio apartments in Greater South Side?

There are currently 127 Studio Apartments in Greater South Side with rent ranges from $575 to $1,791 with an average price of $968.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Greater South Side Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Greater South Side ranges from $675 to $4,638 with an average monthly rent of $1,239.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Greater South Side cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Greater South Side range from $747 to $4,055. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,470.

How expensive are Greater South Side Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 37 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Greater South Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,050 to $2,749 - averaging $1,953 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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