Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer SE Des Moines S Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (61 Rentals)

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Park Ridge Apartments
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Park Ridge Apartments

3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Meredith Homes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Meredith Homes

3716 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Libertad Des Moines
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Libertad Des Moines

4421 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Cedar Crest Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Crest Apartments

3722-3726 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Quarters on 9th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Quarters on 9th

5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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920 Meadow Ln
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

920 Meadow Ln

920 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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Casady Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casady Apartments

1910-1914 Casady DrDes Moines, IA 50315
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Community Homes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Community Homes

5301 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southview Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Southview Manor

2417 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Bell Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bell Terrace

2701 SW 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50321
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Melbourne IV 55+ Living
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Melbourne IV 55+ Living

5514 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Outer SE Des Moines S, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer SE Des Moines S Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer SE Des Moines S area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Melbourne priced from $643. Valley Acres Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Outer SE Des Moines S apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MelbourneB1 - 30 - Income Restricted2BR,2BA$643
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$650
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$699
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$705
Watrous ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$708
Rosemont PlaceA11BR,1BA$708
The Pointe on Fleur ApartmentsOne Bedroom Available-$500 Rent Credit-Call for...1BR,1BA$725
The Ridges1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$740
The Hampton Meadows1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$752

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer SE Des Moines S, IA

As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer SE Des Moines S area is the $0.93 price per square foot Plan B - two story Model at Southern Meadows Homes in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Outer SE Des Moines S apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Meadow Cove starting at $1,060 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Somerset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer SE Des Moines S apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Southern Meadows HomesPlan B - two story3BR,2BA$0.93
Meadow CoveThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.88
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.95
Fort Des Moines2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.97
Magnolia Park2/2.02BR,2BA$0.85
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
Goldbriar Chateau2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94
Evergreen Terrace2BR/1BA-Updated2BR,1BA$1.00
McKinley Apartments2BD/1.5BA2BR,2BA$0.89
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$0.99

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Iowa, including Des Moines. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer SE Des Moines S Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer SE Des Moines S?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer SE Des Moines S is at Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes listed at $800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer SE Des Moines S Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer SE Des Moines S Apartment is $650 at Valley Acres Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer SE Des Moines S Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer SE Des Moines S is starting from $643 at Melbourne.

What is the most affordable Outer SE Des Moines S Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer SE Des Moines S Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows and starts from $995.

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