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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (26 Rentals)
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Southern Knolls (Watrous)
1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Park Ridge Apartments
3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Rosemont Place
2201-2202 E Rose AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Evergreen Terrace
2101-2111 E Caulder AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Harbach Lofts
300 SW 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Randolph Apartments
202 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Woodside Park Apartments
3301 SE 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Southbrook Green
1516 Evergreen AveDes Moines, IA 50320
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Southeast Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Des Moines Studio Apartments | $1,044 | $797 | $1,465 |
| Southeast Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $545 | $2,382 |
| Southeast Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,221 | $639 | $2,849 |
| Southeast Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,129 | $965 | $1,270 |
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Cheapest Available Southeast Des Moines Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melbourne priced from $545. Southern Knolls (Watrous) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Southeast Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne | A1 - 40 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $545 |
| Southern Knolls (Watrous) | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Sutton Hill | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $660 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Rosemont Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Randolph Apartments | The Warren | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
| Southbrook Green | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Des Moines, IA
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Des Moines area is the $1.09 price per square foot CA-C4 Income Restricted Model at Court Ave Lofts in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,080. The second greatest value Southeast Des Moines apartment is the 2 Bed A Model at Woodside Park Apartments starting at $865 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court Ave Lofts | CA-C4 Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Rosemont Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Melbourne | A2 - Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Southern Knolls (Watrous) | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Southbrook Green | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Des Moines Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southeast Des Moines?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast Des Moines is under $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Des Moines?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast Des Moines is Melbourne which is listed at $545, while the average apartment in Southeast Des Moines costs $1,151.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast Des Moines?
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 22 regular apartments in Southeast Des Moines that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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