1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Greater South Side Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (157 Rentals)

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Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 City Square Lofts and is listed at 1,282 square feet priced from $1,642. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
City Square LoftsA81,282 Sq Ft$1,642
District at 6th ApartmentsZox II1,052 Sq Ft$1,718
Tempo East VillageBleecker (1 Bedroom RT Type 3)1,039 Sq Ft$2,200
Slate Age 55 Plus Active CommunityDickens1,010 Sq Ft$1,730
The James on GrandFloor Plan N1,002 Sq Ft$2,003
The ElliottFully Furnished 1 BDRM1,000 Sq Ft$1,295
Riverpoint LoftsA12944 Sq Ft$1,059
10th Street Lofts1BR/1.0BA851 Sq Ft$1,065
Gateway Lofts1BR/1.0BA848 Sq Ft$1,320
Hamilton ApartmentsOne Bedroom800 Sq Ft$800

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 1x1 670-700 Model starting from $650 at Stockbridge Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Greater South Side is currently $1,245. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-700$650
Pioneer EstatesB1$700
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 36071 bedroom$700
The Pointe on FleurOne Bedroom Available-One Month Free Rent Speci...$725
Ivy IIClassic 1 bed/1 bath$727
Watrous ApartmentsA1$756
Woodland Avenue Brickstone1x1 630$775
The Elliott1 Bedroom$775
Eagle View LoftsA4 - Income Restricted$795
Goldbriar Chateau1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$795

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #10

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Greater South Side, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Greater South Side Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Stockbridge Apartments listed at $650.

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 $1,245.

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 1,282 square feet unit starting from $1,642 at City Square Lofts.

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 577 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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