
Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $675 (4 Rentals)
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South Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Park 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,248 | $950 | $1,675 |
| South Park 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,607 | $1,420 | $1,795 |
| South Park 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,862 | $1,625 | $1,975 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Park, IA
As of August 30, 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Rosemont Place | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| McKinley Apartments | 3BD/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| The Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Goldbriar Chateau | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Willow Bend | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Frequently Asked Questions about South Park
What type of rentals are currently available in South Park?
There are currently 129 Apartments for Rent in South Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $575 to $2,300. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Park ranging from $675 to $1,975.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Park?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Park ranges from $675 to $1,975 with an average monthly rent of $1,298.
Expert Rental Resources
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I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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