
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (56 Rentals)


LINC at Gray's Station

3000 Grand Apartments

Nexus at Gray's Landing

The Edge @ Grays Landing

The Equitable Building

The Pointe on Fleur Apartments

City Square Lofts

Jackson Crossing

5Fifty5
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AP Lofts

7th Street Brownstones

River Oaks Apartments

Somerset

Union at Rivers Edge

Willow Bend

Ingersoll Towers

Deer Ridge

Valley Acres Apartments

Lenox Properties
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The James on Grand

Southern Meadows Homes

1205 Randolph St

709 Bell Ave

315 E Rose Ave

12 E Kenyon Ave

939 Kenyon Ave

211 Palomino Pkwy

35 Pleasant View Dr

1350 Elder Ln
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648 34th St

4844 Ingersoll Ave

Summit House

4216 Ingersoll Ave

4504 Wakonda Pky

106 Davis Ave

Whiteline Lofts

505 E McKinley Ave

524 Indianola Rd

3313 SW 7th St
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715 Watrous Ave

Southridge Estates

1617 Woodland 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 | $944 | $575 | $1,791 |
| Southwest Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $675 | $5,356 |
| Southwest Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $747 | $4,055 |
Southwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,708 | $950 | $2,749 |
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There are currently 56 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 5Fifty5 and is listed at 2,210 square feet priced from $2,749. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5Fifty5 | C3 | 2,210 Sq Ft | $2,749 |
| LINC at Gray's Station | C9 | 1,690 Sq Ft | $2,499 |
| AP Lofts | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 1,407 Sq Ft | $1,835 |
| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 1,377 Sq Ft | $1,275 |
| Lenox Properties | Kingman | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
| 4216 Ingersoll Ave | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,235 |
| Union at Rivers Edge | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 1,135 Sq Ft | $1,522 |
| Deer Ridge | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 1,092 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
| McKinley Apartments | 3BD/2BA | 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 $1,708. 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 |
| Deer Ridge | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | $1,175 |
| Sunrise Valley | 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths | $1,175 |
| 4216 Ingersoll Ave | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,235 |
| Lenox Properties | Kingman | $1,250 |
| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | $1,275 |
| Union at Rivers Edge | 3 Bed 2 Bath | $1,522 |
| AP Lofts | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | $1,835 |
| LINC at Gray's Station | C3 | $2,399 |
| 5Fifty5 | C3 | $2,749 |
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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 $1,708.
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 2,210 square feet unit starting from $2,749 at 5Fifty5.
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 999 sq ft.
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