
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southridge Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (10 Rentals)
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $796 | $650 | $940 |
| Southridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $931 | $651 | $1,400 |
| Southridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,179 | $895 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Southridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southridge area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Acres Apartments priced from $650. Melbourne has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $651. Here are the most affordable Southridge apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Melbourne | B1 - 30 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $651 |
| The Oaks | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southridge, IA
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southridge area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Vineyards in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Southridge 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 Southridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vineyards | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Magnolia Park | 2/2.0 | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| McKinley Apartments | 3BD/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| The Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Evergreen Terrace | 2BR/1BA-Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Jefferson | Jefferson unrenovated 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Goldbriar Chateau | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthridge, Des Moines, IA
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southridge Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southridge?
The cheapest apartment in Southridge is Valley Acres Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Southridge costs $1,150.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southridge?
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 38 regular apartments in Southridge that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southridge?
Cheap apartments in Southridge have an average cost of $291 which is $859 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southridge.
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