
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Greater South Side Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (163 Rentals)


The Meridian

Rowat Lofts Apartments

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

3000 Grand Apartments

LINC at Gray's Station

The Deco

High Street Lofts

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

The Village at Grays Lake
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District at 6th Apartments

Flux

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Maxwell

R&T Lofts

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court

Clemens Building

The Edge @ Grays Landing

The Equitable Building
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Randolph Apartments

The Fleming Building

Imperial Grand Prix

The Des Moines Building

Soll

The Pointe on Fleur Apartments

Ingersoll Square Lofts

Eagle View Lofts

219 E Grand

City Square Lofts
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Vine Street Lofts

The Griffin Building

3612 Ingersoll Ave

Wilkins Bldg

Jackson Crossing

The Residences at River View

5Fifty5

AP Lofts

Finn Apartments
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Village on Grand

Connolly Lofts

Carbon 550

Treehouse Apartments

Ballyard Lofts

Court Ave Lofts

Watrous Apartments

The Jefferson

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Union at Rivers Edge
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 | $990 | $600 | $1,775 |
| Greater South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,269 | $640 | $4,798 |
Greater South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,437 | $765 | $3,531 |
| Greater South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,791 | $1,025 | $2,833 |
| Greater South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,609 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 163 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 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Greater South Side area of Des Moines, IA is found at Eagle View Lofts and is listed at 1,649 square feet priced from $1,729. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle View Lofts | B1 | 1,649 Sq Ft | $1,729 |
| 3612 Ingersoll Ave | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 1,600 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| R&T Lofts | Nameplate | 1,569 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| Mezzo on Walnut | Villa | 1,490 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
| The James on Grand | Floor Plan H | 1,403 Sq Ft | $3,531 |
| 4000 INGERSOLL | Floor Plan B - 1377 SF 2 Bedro | 1,377 Sq Ft | $2,534 |
| City Square Lofts | B13 - Loft | 1,320 Sq Ft | $1,836 |
| LINC at Gray's Station | B14 | 1,280 Sq Ft | $2,399 |
| The Meridian | Piedmont | 1,212 Sq Ft | $2,185 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | Townhome | 1,140 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
Cheapest Available Greater South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Greater South Side of Des Moines, IA is the 3rd Floor 2/2.0 Model starting from $775 at Magnolia Park. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Greater South Side is currently $1,437. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Park | 3rd Floor 2/2.0 | $775 |
| McKinley Apartments | 2BD/2BA | $785 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | Spacious 2 bedroom unit close to downtown | $795 |
| The Pointe on Fleur | 2 Bedroom Apartment-$500 Free Rent Credit! Call... | $795 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | $825 |
| Christ the King II | 208 | $825 |
| Watrous Apartments | B1 | $833 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | $850 |
| Goldbriar Chateau | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $850 |
| Sunburst | Two Bedroom-One Bath | $890 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Greater South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Greater South Side with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Greater South Side is at Magnolia Park listed at $775.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Greater South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Greater South Side is $1,437.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Greater South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Greater South Side is a 1,649 square feet unit starting from $1,729 at Eagle View Lofts.
What is the average size for Greater South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Greater South Side is currently 797 sq ft.
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