
Apartments for Rent in the Greater South Side Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (325 Rentals)


The Meridian

LINC at Gray's Station

Rowat Lofts Apartments

3000 Grand Apartments

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

The Deco

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

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Tempo East Village

The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Des Moines
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District at 6th Apartments

Flux

Soll

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Maxwell

R&T Lofts

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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court

Clemens Building

The Edge @ Grays Landing
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The Equitable Building

Randolph Apartments

The Fleming Building

The Elliott

Imperial Grand Prix

Ingersoll Square Lofts

High Street Lofts

The Des Moines Building

The Pointe on Fleur Apartments

Eagle View Lofts
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219 E Grand

Vine Street Lofts

City Square Lofts

Park Indy Rowhomes!

The Griffin Building

Wilkins Bldg

Jackson Crossing

The Residences at River View

5Fifty5

AP Lofts

Gateway Lofts

Finn Apartments

Metro Lofts

Village on Grand

Argonne Apartments

Connolly Lofts

Carbon 550

Treehouse Apartments

Ballyard Lofts

Court Ave Lofts
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Greater South Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater South Side Studio Apartments | $999 | $600 | $1,830 |
| Greater South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $640 | $3,320 |
| Greater South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $747 | $2,967 |
| Greater South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,969 | $1,025 | $4,378 |
| Greater South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,854 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGreater South Side, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #11
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA
Brody Middle School
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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
How much are Studio apartments in Greater South Side?
There are currently 126 Studio Apartments in Greater South Side with rent ranges from $600 to $1,830 with an average price of $999.
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 $640 to $3,320 with an average monthly rent of $1,275.
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 $2,967. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,424.
How expensive are Greater South Side Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 39 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Greater South Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,025 to $4,378 - averaging $1,969 for the location.
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