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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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
property at 917 Maury St

$975

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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917 Maury St

Des MoinesIA50309

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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property at 3315 SE 4th St

$1,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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3315 SE 4th St

Des MoinesIA50315

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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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 $740.

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

The cheapest apartment in Southwest Des Moines is The Pointe on Fleur Apartments which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Southwest Des Moines costs $1,194.

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 89 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 $186 which is $1,008 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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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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.