
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (57 Rentals)


3000 Grand Apartments

LINC at Gray's Station

Nexus at Gray's Landing

The Edge @ Grays Landing

The Equitable Building

City Square Lofts

Jackson Crossing

5Fifty5

AP Lofts
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7th Street Brownstones

Willow Bend

Ingersoll Towers

River Oaks Apartments

Somerset

Union at Rivers Edge

Deer Ridge

Valley Acres Apartments

Lenox Properties

The James on Grand
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Southern Meadows Homes

611 19th St

6208 SE 2nd St

237 Greenfield Pky

3006 Fleur Dr

12 E Kenyon Ave

939 Kenyon Ave

35 Pleasant View Dr

1549 Pleasant View Dr

906 Rittenhouse St
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7440 Southview Dr

817 SE Hackley Ave

648 34th St

Summit House

524 Indianola Rd

505 E McKinley Ave

4504 Wakonda Pky

106 Davis Ave

Whiteline Lofts

Southridge Estates
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1617 Woodland Ave

3313 SW 7th St

715 Watrous Ave

Community Homes

McKinley Apartments

Allterra Property Solutions

Heritage Court

The Fifth

920 Meadow Ln

Hawthorn Hill Apartments
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Southwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Des Moines Studio Apartments | $961 | $595 | $1,791 |
| Southwest Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,206 | $650 | $3,134 |
| Southwest Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $747 | $4,055 |
Southwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $1,150 | $2,803 |
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There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Southwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in the Southwest Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is found at Southern Meadows Homes and is listed at 1,377 square feet priced from $1,275. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 1,377 Sq Ft | $1,275 |
| Lenox Properties | Kingman | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,249 |
| Deer Ridge | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 1,080 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
| River Oaks Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
| McKinley Apartments | 3BD/1.5BA | 954 Sq Ft | $895 |
Cheapest Available Southwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit Southwest Des Moines of Des Moines, IA is the 3BD/2BA Model starting from $895 at McKinley Apartments. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Southwest Des Moines is currently $1,813. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| McKinley Apartments | 3BD/2BA | $895 |
| Sunrise Valley | 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths | $1,100 |
| River Oaks Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | $1,150 |
| Deer Ridge | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | $1,175 |
| Lenox Properties | Kingman | $1,249 |
| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | $1,275 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Southwest Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Southwest Des Moines with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Southwest Des Moines is at McKinley Apartments listed at $895.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Southwest Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Des Moines is $1,813.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Southwest Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Des Moines is a 1,377 square feet unit starting from $1,275 at Southern Meadows Homes.
What is the average size for Southwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Southwest Des Moines is currently 0 sq ft.
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