
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Greater South Side Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (42 Rentals)


LINC at Gray's Station

3000 Grand Apartments

Nexus at Gray's Landing

The Edge @ Grays Landing

The Equitable Building

City Square Lofts

Jackson Crossing
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Park Ridge Apartments

Union at Rivers Edge

The James on Grand

Southern Meadows Homes
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709 Bell Ave

315 E Rose Ave

12 E Kenyon Ave

939 Kenyon Ave

1549 Pleasant View Dr

35 Pleasant View Dr

1303 E Kirkwood Ave

648 34th St
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Summit House

3313 SW 7th St

106 Davis Ave

715 Watrous Ave

1617 Woodland Ave

4504 Wakonda Pky

Whiteline Lofts

524 Indianola Rd
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505 E McKinley Ave

Community Homes

McKinley Apartments

1201 E Bell Avenue

Allterra Property Solutions

The Fifth

Heritage Court

Hawthorn Hill Apartments
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Windsor Terrace Apartments

4000 INGERSOLL
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 | $967 | $647 | $1,791 |
| Greater South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,211 | $675 | $4,113 |
| Greater South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $747 | $4,055 |
Greater South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,917 | $1,200 | $2,758 |
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Largest Available Greater South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in the Greater South Side area of Des Moines, IA is found at 5Fifty5 and is listed at 2,210 square feet priced from $2,758. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5Fifty5 | C3 | 2,210 Sq Ft | $2,758 |
| Cityville on 9th | Cascade Sig | 1,704 Sq Ft | $2,125 |
| LINC at Gray's Station | C9 | 1,690 Sq Ft | $2,499 |
| AP Lofts | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 1,407 Sq Ft | $1,835 |
| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 1,377 Sq Ft | $1,275 |
| The Edge @ Grays Landing | C2-Market | 1,141 Sq Ft | $1,699 |
| Jackson Crossing | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 1,138 Sq Ft | $1,701 |
| Union at Rivers Edge | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 1,135 Sq Ft | $1,522 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | 3BR/2.0BA | 1,107 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| McKinley Apartments | 3BD/2BA | 954 Sq Ft | $895 |
Cheapest Available Greater South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit Greater South Side of Des Moines, IA is the 3BD/2BA Model starting from $895 at McKinley Apartments. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Greater South Side is currently $1,917. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| McKinley Apartments | 3BD/2BA | $895 |
| 1201 E Bell Avenue | 3BR/2.0BA | $1,100 |
| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | $1,275 |
| Union at Rivers Edge | 3 Bed 2 Bath | $1,522 |
| The Edge @ Grays Landing | C2-Market | $1,699 |
| Jackson Crossing | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | $1,701 |
| AP Lofts | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | $1,835 |
| Cityville on 9th | Cascade Sig | $2,125 |
| LINC at Gray's Station | C3 | $2,399 |
| 5Fifty5 | C3 | $2,758 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Greater South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Greater South Side with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Greater South Side is at McKinley Apartments listed at $895.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Greater South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Greater South Side is $1,917.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Greater South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Greater South Side is a 2,210 square feet unit starting from $2,758 at 5Fifty5.
What is the average size for Greater South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Greater South Side is currently 972 sq ft.
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