
Cheap Homes for Rent in Greater South Side Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $900 (10 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Greater South Side area of Des Moines.


2601 Forest Dr

824 Hartford Ave

3317 SE 4th St

3516 SW 9th St
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917 Titus Ave

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3612 SE 11th St

3607 SE 11th St

112 11th St
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Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Greater South Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Greater South Side 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,508 | $905 | $2,995 |
Greater South Side 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,628 | $1,195 | $1,895 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Greater South Side Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Greater South Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater South Side area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Ingersoll Park Studios priced from $625. Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Greater South Side apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ingersoll Park Studios | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
The Pointe on Fleur | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater South Side, IA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater South Side area is the $1.15 price per square foot Vega Model at Rocket Transfer Lofts in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,605. The second greatest value Greater South Side apartment is the Witmer Model at Ingersoll Towers starting at $1,124 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater South Side apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Rocket Transfer Lofts | Vega | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
Ingersoll Towers | Witmer | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
High Street Brickstone | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
McKinley Apartments | 2BD/1.5BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
1201 E Bell Avenue | Two Bedroom in Des Moines | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Four Seasons Apartments | Remodeled 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
The 31st Street Apartments | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
1818 Pleasant St, Unit 1818 | 1818 Pleasant St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
The Pointe on Fleur | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Greater South Side
What type of rentals are currently available in Greater South Side?
There are currently 281 Apartments for Rent in Greater South Side, IA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $3,850. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Greater South Side ranging from $905 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Greater South Side?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Greater South Side ranges from $905 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,644.
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