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Southeast Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Southeast Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Des Moines 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,016 | $950 | $1,050 |
| Southeast Des Moines 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,795 | $1,795 | $1,795 |
| Southeast Des Moines 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,325 | $2,200 | $2,450 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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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 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $614 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Des Moines, IA
As of June 17, 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 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Melbourne | A2 - Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Southbrook Green | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Sutton Hill | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $545 to $2,849. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Des Moines ranging from $950 to $2,450.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast Des Moines ranges from $950 to $2,450 with an average monthly rent of $1,712.
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