
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Greater South Side Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (20 Rentals)
Rental terms in the Greater South Side area of Des Moines as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Total Monthly Price
The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Des Moines

3 Months, 15 Months
Flux

6 Months, 18 Months
Maxwell

6 Months, 16 Months, 24 Months
R&T Lofts

12 Months
The Fleming Building
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Total Monthly Price
High Street Lofts

6 Months, 24 Months
Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

7 Months, 16 Months
Jackson Crossing

3 Months, 18 Months
Connolly Lofts

6 Months, 12 Months
Treehouse Apartments

The Acacia
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12 Months
Pioneer Estates

12 Months
10th Street Lofts

6 Months, 12 Months
Reagan House

1 Month
2301 Ingersoll Ave

1 Month
301 E Walnut St

1 Month
400 Walnut St
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1 Month
2301 Ingersoll Ave

6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
Ingersoll Flats
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 | $998 | $647 | $1,770 |
| Greater South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,283 | $650 | $4,561 |
| Greater South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,417 | $745 | $3,528 |
| Greater South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $895 | $4,100 |
| Greater South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,155 | $2,507 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGreater South Side, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #11
Among cities in Iowa 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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Pet owners, listen up! this area has risen to be one of the finest communities for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Greater South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Greater South Side?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Greater South Side is at Pioneer Estates listed at $790.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Greater South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Greater South Side is $1,197.
What is the largest Short-term Greater South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Greater South Side is a 1,569 square feet unit starting from $950 at R&T Lofts.
What is the average size for Greater South Side Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Greater South Side is currently at 536 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa
Written by: Joseph Isenberg
I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.