
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southridge Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (39 Rentals)


The Ridges

Fort Des Moines

Watrous Apartments

Elmcrest

Willow Bend

Goldbriar Chateau

Rosemont Place

Somerset

The Oaks
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Valley Acres Apartments

Melbourne

Ivy II

Southbrook Green

5508 SW 8th St

1211 Lewis Ave

900 Elder Ln

14 E Payton Ave

904 Luster Ln
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Regency Manor MHC

808 McKinley Ave

3815 SW 9th St

3729 SE 23rd St

Meredith Homes

Libertad Des Moines

South View Apartments

Southern Park Apartments

The Quarters on 9th

McKinley Apartments
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Shelly Rose Estates

Melbourne IV 55+ Living

Southridge Senior Lofts

Fort Des Moines Senior Housing

2000-2138 E Caulder Ave

AHEPA 192 IV Senior Apartments

Southridge Senior Residences

Community Homes
Southridge, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southridge Studio Apartments | $735 | $735 | $735 |
Southridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $802 | $650 | $940 |
| Southridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $942 | $775 | $1,300 |
| Southridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,269 | $995 | $1,425 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southridge Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Southridge 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Southridge area of Des Moines, IA is found at Willow Bend and is listed at 920 square feet priced from $875. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Bend | 2 Bedroom | 920 Sq Ft | $875 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A 60% | 725 Sq Ft | $825 |
| Melbourne | A6 - 60 - Income Restricted | 668 Sq Ft | $940 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 650 Sq Ft | $650 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 650 Sq Ft | $708 |
| Southbrook Green | 1 Bedroom | 648 Sq Ft | $875 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | 626 Sq Ft | $850 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | 624 Sq Ft | $740 |
| Somerset | A1 | 572 Sq Ft | $798 |
| Sunburst | One Bedroom | 572 Sq Ft | $790 |
Cheapest Available Southridge 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Southridge of Des Moines, IA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $650 at Valley Acres Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Southridge is currently $802. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $650 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | $708 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | $740 |
| Somerset | A1 | $786 |
| Sunburst | One Bedroom | $790 |
| Willow Bend | 1 Bedroom | $810 |
| Elmcrest | 1 Bedroom | $825 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A 60% | $825 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | $850 |
| Southbrook Green | 1 Bedroom | $875 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Southridge Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Southridge Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Southridge is $802.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Southridge Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southridge is a 920 square feet unit starting from $875 at Willow Bend.
What is the average size for Southridge 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Southridge is currently 650 sq ft.
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