
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Greater South Side Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (14 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Greater South Side area of Des Moines with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


The Meridian

District at 6th Apartments

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

The James on Grand
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The Deco

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550 Watson Powell Jr Way
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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 |
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Greater South Side Studio Apartments | $1,021 | $625 | $1,763 |
Greater South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,297 | $565 | $10,000+ |
Greater South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $660 | $3,236 |
Greater South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,066 | $965 | $3,320 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Greater South Side Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGreater South Side, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #9
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA 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
Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Des Moines. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Luxury Living Rating
This neighborhood is now ranked as one of our favorite higher-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 olympic-sized pools, maid services, gardens, nearby parks, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury communities also often offer tile or hardwood floors, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Greater South Side
How much are Studio apartments in Greater South Side?
There are currently 80 Studio Apartments in Greater South Side with rent ranges from $625 to $1,763 with an average price of $1,021.
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 $565 to $12,090 with an average monthly rent of $1,297.
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 $660 to $3,236. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,557.
How expensive are Greater South Side Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 29 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Greater South Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $965 to $3,320 - averaging $2,066 for the location.
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