Cheap Homes for Rent in South Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $700 (6 Rentals)

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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 Watrous Apartments priced from $676. 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
Watrous ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$676
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$695
The Oaks1BA/1BR1BR,1BA$719

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Park, IA

As of August 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Park area is the $0.95 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $995. 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$0.95
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
The RidgesB1 - Deluxe2BR,1BA$1.06
The JeffersonFully Renovated with Balcony2BR,1BA$0.95
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.05
BNL Investments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
The Oaks1BA/1BR1BR,1BA$1.07
1201 E Bell AvenueOne Bedroom Southside of Des Moines *No App Fee*1BR,1BA$1.09
Watrous ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.04
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.10

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Park

What type of rentals are currently available in South Park?

There are currently 132 Apartments for Rent in South Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $667 to $2,550. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Park ranging from $775 to $2,450.

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 $775 to $2,450 with an average monthly rent of $1,444.

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