
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Greater South Side Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (177 Rentals)


Cityville on 9th

The Meridian

LINC at Gray's Station

Rowat Lofts Apartments

3000 Grand Apartments

Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor

High Street Lofts

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

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Tempo East Village
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The Village at Grays Lake

District at 6th Apartments

Flux

Soll

Nexus at Gray's Landing

R&T Lofts

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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court

The Edge @ Grays Landing
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The Equitable Building

Imperial Grand Prix

East Village Square

The Deco

Randolph Apartments

The Elliott

The Des Moines Building

Ingersoll Square

The Pointe on Fleur Apartments
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219 E Grand

City Square Lofts

Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes

Vine Street Lofts

Park Indy Rowhomes!

The Griffin Building

Jackson Crossing

The Residences at River View

Ballyard Lofts

AP Lofts
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Gateway Lofts

Finn Apartments

Wilkins Bldg

Village on Grand

Water Trail Row

Argonne Apartments

Connolly Lofts

Carbon 550

Treehouse Apartments

Court Ave Lofts
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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 | $968 | $575 | $1,791 |
Greater South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,239 | $675 | $4,638 |
| Greater South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $747 | $4,055 |
| Greater South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,953 | $1,050 | $2,749 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 177 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Greater South Side Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Greater South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Greater South Side area of Des Moines, IA is found at Mezzo on Walnut and is listed at 1,090 square feet priced from $2,150. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mezzo on Walnut | Scala | 1,090 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| LINC at Gray's Station | A25 | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,665 |
| The Meridian | Prosecco | 837 Sq Ft | $1,765 |
| R&T Lofts | Sidebar | 815 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
| The James on Grand | Floor Plan L | 806 Sq Ft | $1,888 |
| Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community | Hemingway | 792 Sq Ft | $1,424 |
| Cityville on 9th | Albion | 785 Sq Ft | $1,365 |
| City Square Lofts | A5 | 757 Sq Ft | $1,289 |
| Vine Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 682 Sq Ft | $953 |
| Union at Rivers Edge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 668 Sq Ft | $995 |
Cheapest Available Greater South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Greater South Side of Des Moines, IA is the Up to 2 Months Free Rent Call Today! Model starting from $675 at The Pointe on Fleur Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Greater South Side is currently $1,239. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Pointe on Fleur Apartments | Up to 2 Months Free Rent Call Today! | $675 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | $699 |
| McKinley Apartments | 1BD/1BA | $699 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | $725 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | $750 |
| Imperial Grand Prix | Imperial 1 Bedroom | $758 |
| Pleasant Court | 1 Bedroom | $799 |
| The Acacia | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Classic | $800 |
| Stockbridge Apartments | Appling | $800 |
| Sunburst | One Bedroom | $810 |
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Best Local Schools in Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Greater South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Greater South Side with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Greater South Side is at The Pointe on Fleur Apartments listed at $675.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Greater South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Greater South Side is $1,239.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Greater South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Greater South Side is a 1,090 square feet unit starting from $2,150 at Mezzo on Walnut.
What is the average size for Greater South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Greater South Side is currently 985 sq ft.
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