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

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Apartments in the Greater South Side area of Des Moines with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Cityville
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$900 - $1,695Special Offer
Discounts Tour today and strike gold! Tour today and apply within 24 hours to receive $250 off your first month's rent. Plus, enjoy limited-
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Cityville

550 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Meridian
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$1,361 - $2,317Special Offer
3 Months Free Receive 3 months free when you apply by 4/1/26 and move in by 5/1/26. 12-month lease required. T&C apply.
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The Meridian

425 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Rowat Lofts Apartments
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$945 - $1,605Special Offer
Specials Rowat Lofts offers spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments with modern finishes, high ceilings, and thoughtful layouts in
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Rowat Lofts Apartments

601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community
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$1,425 - $1,696Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 month free, plus the next 3 months, pay only half rent when you apply and move in by 5/1/26 with a 12-month lease or longer.
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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

400 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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LINC at Gray's Station
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$999 - $3,184Special Offer
2 Months Free Brand-new apartments at LINC: Enjoy up to TWO MONTHS FREE when you sign an 18-month leaseavailable exclusively on our new cons
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LINC at Gray's Station

210 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Maxwell
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$900 - $1,650Special Offer
Specials No Damage Deposit and Hassle free move Guarantee! If you apply within 24 hours of showing now Damage Deposit! We also provide movin
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Maxwell

915 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Confluence on 3rd Apartments
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$1,154 - $2,544Special Offer
1 Month Free Claim up to 6 weeks free rent PLUS receive a $500 gift card! *Restrictions apply. Contact our leasing office for more informati
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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

103 SW 3rd StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Randolph Apartments
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$775 - $1,980Special Offer
2 Months Free Receive 2 MONTHS FREE when you move in by 3/31! Terms & conditions apply. Sign a 12+ month lease to qualify.
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Randolph Apartments

202 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Fleming Building
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$815 - $1,425Special Offer
1 Month Free Big savings, downtown living -Receive your first month free on select two bedroom apartments. 12 month leases.
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The Fleming Building

218 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Des Moines Building
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$780 - $1,339Special Offer
2 Months Free Enjoy up to 2 months free rent at The Des Moines Building! Contact our office for more details and schedule a tour today to ta
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The Des Moines Building

405 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Clemens Building
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$995 - $1,795Special Offer
1 Month Free Right now, when you sign a 12+ month lease you'll receive ONE MONTH FREE! *Terms and conditions. See leasing office for details
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Clemens Building

200 10th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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219 E Grand
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$1,150 - $1,685Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease For Studio & 2 Bedroom Units!
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219 E Grand

219 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Vine Street Lofts
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$975 - $1,216Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 MONTH FREE when you move in by March 31st. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.
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Vine Street Lofts

101 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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City Square Lofts
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$727 - $2,666Special Offer
Specials Get TWO MONTHS FREE when you sign a lease for a new home with us! Terms and conditions apply - see the leasing team for details.
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City Square Lofts

240 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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5Fifty5
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$2,833 - $3,672Special Offer
1 Month Free Nows the perfect time to move! Receive ONE MONTH FREE when you sign an 18+ month lease. *Terms and conditions apply. See leasin
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5Fifty5

555 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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AP Lofts
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$950 - $1,445Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free Rent On 15 Month Lease!
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AP Lofts

340 SW 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Finn Apartments
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$1,020 - $1,045Special Offer
Discounts Move-in by 3/31 to get $1800 OFF! Must sign a 14-15 month to qualify.
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Finn Apartments

2221 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Metro Lofts
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$975 - $1,150Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 month of free rent PLUS 1 month of free parking when you move in by 3/31/26. Subject to change; terms & conditions ap
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Metro Lofts

100 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Watrous Apartments
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$705 - $1,209Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy ONE MONTH FREE when you sign a 13+ month lease! Right now, when you move-in to one of our spacious apartments, you'll rec
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Watrous Apartments

1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Park Indy Rowhomes!
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$1,095 - $1,600Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 Month Free when you rent a 1 bedroom or receive 1/2 off your first month rent + a $1000 gift card when you rent a 2 b
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Park Indy Rowhomes!

3140 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Union at Rivers Edge
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$1,104 - $1,522Special Offer
Specials Spring into your new apartment home with $99 Security Deposit & 1st Month Waived Prorated Rent when you apply, get approved, and mo
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Union at Rivers Edge

1600 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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7th Street Brownstones
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1 Month Free Make your move to 7th Street Brownstones and enjoy ONE MONTH FREE when you sign an 18-month leasea limited-time opportunity to
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7th Street Brownstones

301-331 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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14Forty
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$1,385 - $1,650Special Offer
Specials No application fee when you apply for one of our apartments!
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14Forty

1440 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Riverpoint Lofts
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$986 - $1,049Special Offer
1 Month Free One Month FREE with a 12-month lease. Terms and conditions apply - see the leasing office team for details.
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Riverpoint Lofts

340 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Park Ridge Apartments
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$775 - $915
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$775 - $915
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Park Ridge Apartments

3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Pioneer Estates
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$699 - $725Special Offer
Specials LIMITED TIME ONLY!!!! NOW WAIVING ALL APPLICATION FEE + REDUCED RENTAL RATES, $725 per month with a washer/dryer or $699 without a
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Pioneer Estates

1204 Hartford AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Pleasant Court
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$725 - $1,195Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 MONTH FREE with a one-year contract. Call today for details and to schedule a tour!!!
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Pleasant Court

708-716 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Top Des Moines Apartments in the Greater South Side Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 03-16-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Greater South Side, IA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

1 month free, plus the next 3 months, pay only half rent when you apply and move in by 5/1/26 with a 12-month lease or longer. T&C apply.Expires 03-17-2026

Watrous Apartments

Enjoy ONE MONTH FREE when you sign a 13+ month lease! Right now, when you move-in to one of our spacious apartments, you'll receive your first month of rent FREE! Act fast, this limited time offer won't last long. Reach out to our wonderful leasing team to learn more. *Terms and condition apply.Expires 03-17-2026

The Meridian

Receive 3 months free when you apply by 4/1/26 and move in by 5/1/26. 12-month lease required. T&C apply.Expires 03-17-2026

AP Lofts

1 Month Free Rent On 15 Month Lease!Expires 03-17-2026

219 E Grand

1 Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease For Studio & 2 Bedroom Units!Expires 03-17-2026

The Griffin Building

1 Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease!Expires 03-17-2026

The Deco

$2500 MOVE IN CREDIT WITH 12+ MONTH LEASES!Expires 03-17-2026

Vine Street Lofts

Receive 1 MONTH FREE when you move in by March 31st. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.Expires 03-17-2026

LINC at Gray's Station

Brand-new apartments at LINC: Enjoy up to TWO MONTHS FREE when you sign an 18-month leaseavailable exclusively on our new construction apartments. *Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 03-17-2026

Riverpoint Lofts

One Month FREE with a 12-month lease. Terms and conditions apply - see the leasing office team for details.Expires 03-17-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Greater South Side, IA

Specials updated: 03-16-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Greater South Side, IA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Village on Grand

Call today and ask about our current move-in specials.Expires 05-31-2026

Clemens Building

Right now, when you sign a 12+ month lease you'll receive ONE MONTH FREE! *Terms and conditions. See leasing office for details.Expires 10-01-2026

Finn Apartments

Move-in by 3/31 to get $1800 OFF! Must sign a 14-15 month to qualify.Expires 03-31-2026

The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Des Moines

One Month Free Rent-Restrictions Apply-Call for Details***Utility Guarantee Fee to budget better. with 13-14 Month LeaseExpires 04-30-2026

Rowat Lofts Apartments

Rowat Lofts offers spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments with modern finishes, high ceilings, and thoughtful layouts in the heart of Des Moines’ energetic East Village. Enjoy perks like on-site parking, a fitness center, theater room, and community courtyard—just steps from shopping, dining, and entertainment.Expires 12-31-2026

The Des Moines Building

Enjoy up to 2 months free rent at The Des Moines Building! Contact our office for more details and schedule a tour today to take advantage of this special offer! Terms and conditions apply.Expires 12-31-2026

Park Ridge Apartments

RENT SPECIAL: PAY NO RENT UNTIL APRIL 1ST! CALL TODAY FOR MORE DETAILSExpires 03-31-2026

The Fleming Building

Big savings, downtown living -Receive your first month free on select two bedroom apartments. 12 month leases.Expires 08-07-2026

14Forty

No application fee when you apply for one of our apartments!Expires 04-09-2026

Randolph Apartments

Receive 2 MONTHS FREE when you move in by 3/31! Terms & conditions apply. Sign a 12+ month lease to qualify.Expires 03-17-2026

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Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Greater South Side Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Greater South Side?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Greater South Side is at Pioneer Estates listed at $699.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Greater South Side Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Greater South Side is $1,296.

What is the largest Rent Specials Greater South Side Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Greater South Side is a 2,585 square feet unit starting from $999 at LINC at Gray's Station.

What is the average size for Greater South Side Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Greater South Side is currently at 584 sq ft.

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