
Apartments for Rent in the Somerset Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (102 Rentals)


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Southern Horizon by Kading

Carman Estates

Finn Apartments

Fort Des Moines

Watrous Apartments

The Oaks

Sunburst

Elmcrest

Goldbriar Chateau
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Somerset

The Jefferson

Willow Bend

Melbourne

Valley Acres Apartments

Ivy II

Magnolia Park

The Vineyards

Lyn Crossing
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The Hampton Meadows

The Ridges

1205 Randolph St

2300 Hart Ave, Unit 7

1210 West St

332 McKinley Ave

2323 E Porter Ave

927 Herold Ave

315 E Rose Ave

4800 SW 3rd St
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3433 SE 20th St

12 E Kenyon Ave

939 Kenyon Ave

215 Leland Ave

417 E Wall Ave

5501 S Union St

211 Palomino Pkwy

4805 S Union St

1321 Army Post Rd

7106 SW 16th St
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4201 SW 9th St

1211 Lewis Ave

1350 Elder Ln

35 Pleasant View Dr

Meadow Cove

14 E Payton Ave

516 Leland Ave

Valvista Estates

601 Army Post Rd

700 E County Line Rd
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Somerset, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Somerset?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset 1 Bedroom Apartments | $847 | $725 | $970 |
| Somerset 2 Bedroom Apartments | $955 | $747 | $1,300 |
| Somerset 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $1,050 | $1,610 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Somerset?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,158 | $1,095 | $1,245 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,486 | $1,350 | $1,699 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,825 | $1,625 | $2,025 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSomerset, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #52
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Iowa including Somerset, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. 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 outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somerset
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Somerset area of Des Moines, IA?
As of today, August 05, 2026, there are currently 102 available Somerset apartments priced from $725 to $1,610, with an average monthly rent of $968.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Somerset Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Somerset ranges from $725 to $970 with an average monthly rent of $847.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Somerset cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Somerset range from $747 to $1,300. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $955.
How expensive are Somerset Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 26 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Somerset on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,050 to $1,610 - averaging $1,280 for the location.
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