
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (15 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Southwest Des Moines area of Des Moines with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


The Meridian

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Tempo East Village
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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

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5Fifty5

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400 Walnut St, Unit SI ID1285755P
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669 17th St

669 17th St

4000 INGERSOLL

Sage Independence

The Lodge of Ashworth
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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 | $938 | $525 | $1,606 |
| Southwest Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,219 | $675 | $5,866 |
| Southwest Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $747 | $3,705 |
| Southwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $1,123 | $2,749 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #5
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Des Moines. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Luxury Living Rating
This residential submarket has established a name for itself as one of our favorite high-end submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, maid services, views, access to parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer tile or hardwood floors, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Des Moines
How much are Studio apartments in Southwest Des Moines?
There are currently 151 Studio Apartments in Southwest Des Moines with rent ranges from $525 to $1,606 with an average price of $938.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southwest Des Moines Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Des Moines ranges from $675 to $5,866 with an average monthly rent of $1,219.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Des Moines cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwest Des Moines range from $747 to $3,705. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,374.
How expensive are Southwest Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 48 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Des Moines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,123 to $2,749 - averaging $1,783 for the location.
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