Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $747 (90 Rentals)

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property at 802 SE 10th St

$975

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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802 SE 10th St

Des MoinesIA50309

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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property at 917 Maury St

$975

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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917 Maury St

Des MoinesIA50309
property at 3315 SE 4th St

$1,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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3315 SE 4th St

Des MoinesIA50315

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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property at 3310 SE 5th St

$1,150

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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3310 SE 5th St

Des MoinesIA50315

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Southwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Southwest Des Moines, 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 Southwest Des Moines Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Des Moines?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Des Moines is under $750.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Des Moines?

The cheapest apartment in Southwest Des Moines is 3119 Grand Ave which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Southwest Des Moines costs $1,734.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 85 regular apartments in Southwest Des Moines 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 Southwest Des Moines?

Cheap apartments in Southwest Des Moines have an average cost of $183 which is $1,551 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Des Moines.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.