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5515 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (38 Rentals)
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Valley Acres Apartments
1050 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Oaks
6209 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Watrous Apartments
1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Park Forest
2101 E Virginia AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Sutton Hill
2100 King AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Jefferson
3708 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Ivy II
530 E Kenyon AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Park Ridge Apartments
3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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McKinley Apartments
315 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Sunburst
5015 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Evergreen Terrace
2101-2111 E Caulder AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Willow Bend
6800-6616 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Woodside Park Apartments
3301 SE 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Magnolia Park
4711 South Union StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes
424 E Philip StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Elmcrest
433 E Philip StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Goldbriar Chateau
5555 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Somerset
6620 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Rosemont Place
2201-2202 E Rose AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Meredith Homes
3716 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Libertad Des Moines
4421 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Cedar Crest Apartments
3722-3726 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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South View Apartments LLC
4221 SE 13th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Quarters on 9th
5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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920 Meadow Ln
920 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southern Park Apartments
810 Payton AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Community Homes
5301 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southview Manor
2417 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Melbourne IV 55+ Living
5514 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Stidham- 6920 SW 9th St
6920 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southridge Senior Lofts
695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Flats on 5th
7109 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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1201 E Bell Avenue
1201 E Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Meadows
7500 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320
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Shelly Rose Estates
3721 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Southwinds Apartments
1264 Cummins RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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BNL Investments
5201 S Union StDes Moines, IA 50315
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South Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $833 | $650 | $1,125 |
| South Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,034 | $627 | $2,300 |
| South Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,186 | $895 | $1,400 |
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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 Valley Acres Apartments priced from $650. Melbourne has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $651. Here are the most affordable South Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Melbourne | B1 - 30 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $651 |
| The Oaks | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| The Jefferson | Jefferson unrenovated 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
| Ivy II | Elevated 2 bed/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $747 |
| McKinley Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $785 |
| Sunburst | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Park, IA
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Park 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 South Park apartment is the 2-Bedroom Model at Fort Des Moines starting at $975 with a $0.97 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Magnolia Park | 2/2.0 | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| McKinley Apartments | 3BD/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| The Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Evergreen Terrace | 2BR/1BA-Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Jefferson | Jefferson unrenovated 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Park?
The cheapest apartment in South Park is Valley Acres Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in South Park costs $1,150.
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 43 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 $280 which is $870 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Park.
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