Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (58 Rentals)

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Meredith Homes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Meredith Homes

3716 Indianola AveDes 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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Libertad Des Moines
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Libertad Des Moines

4421 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Watrous
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Watrous

1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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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 Bedroom Apartments

920 Meadow Ln

920 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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1201 E Bell Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1201 E Bell Avenue

1201 E Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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3 Bedroom Apartments

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5301 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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South Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Park area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sutton Hill priced from $646. Park Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable South Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sutton HillA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$646
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$695
SomersetB32BR,1BA$710
1201 E Bell AvenueOne Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee*1BR,1BA$715
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
The Hampton MeadowsB1 - Classic2BR,1BA$750
Goldbriar Chateau1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
The Pointe on Fleur2x1a2BR,1BA$765
The RidgesA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$775
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Park, IA

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Park area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value South Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
McKinley Apartments2BD/1.5BA2BR,2BA$0.99
The Pointe on Fleur2x1a2BR,1BA$0.87
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.02
SunburstTwo Bedroom-One Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
1201 E Bell AvenueOne Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee*1BR,1BA$1.08
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.10

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South Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #30

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including South Park, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the South Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

62 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Park Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Park?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Park is under $775.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Park?

The cheapest apartment in South Park is Sutton Hill which is listed at $646, while the average apartment in South Park costs $1,502.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Park?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 33 regular apartments in South Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Park?

Cheap apartments in South Park have an average cost of $205 which is $1,297 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Park.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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