
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Somerset Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (37 Rentals)


The Ridges

Fort Des Moines

Finn Apartments

Watrous Apartments

The Hampton Meadows

Sunburst

Elmcrest

Melbourne

Somerset
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Lyn Crossing

The Oaks

Flats on 5th

Willow Bend

Goldbriar Chateau

Valley Acres Apartments

Christ the King II

904 Luster Ln

808 McKinley Ave

3729 SE 23rd St
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14 E Payton Ave

900 Elder Ln

3815 SW 9th St

Regency Manor MHC

Meredith Homes

South View Apartments LLC

Libertad Des Moines

Southern Park Apartments

The Quarters on 9th

Iowa Stanton LLC
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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 Studio Apartments | $800 | $800 | $800 |
Somerset 1 Bedroom Apartments | $815 | $650 | $1,200 |
| Somerset 2 Bedroom Apartments | $943 | $745 | $1,450 |
| Somerset 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $895 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Somerset Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Somerset 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Somerset area of Des Moines, IA is found at Willow Bend and is listed at 920 square feet priced from $890. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Bend | 2 Bedroom | 920 Sq Ft | $890 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A 60% | 725 Sq Ft | $825 |
| Finn Apartments | fin-1p | 677 Sq Ft | $848 |
| Melbourne | A6 - 60 - Income Restricted | 668 Sq Ft | $694 |
| Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes | A3_ARTISAN | 655 Sq Ft | $925 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 650 Sq Ft | $705 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 650 Sq Ft | $650 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | 626 Sq Ft | $850 |
| The Hampton Meadows | A1 - Renovated | 575 Sq Ft | $750 |
| The Oaks | 1BR/1.0BA | 500 Sq Ft | $700 |
Cheapest Available Somerset 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Somerset of Des Moines, IA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $650 at Valley Acres Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Somerset is currently $815. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $650 |
| Melbourne | A5 - Income Restricted | $694 |
| The Oaks | 1BR/1.0BA | $700 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | $705 |
| The Hampton Meadows | A1 - Renovated | $750 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A 60% | $825 |
| Finn Apartments | fin-1p | $848 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | $850 |
| Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes | A1Uwv | $855 |
| Willow Bend | 2 Bedroom | $890 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Somerset Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Somerset Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Somerset is $815.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Somerset Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Somerset is a 920 square feet unit starting from $890 at Willow Bend.
What is the average size for Somerset 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Somerset is currently 666 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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