
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (150 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Southwest Des Moines area of Des Moines that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Cityville on 9th

The Meridian

LINC at Gray's Station

Rowat Lofts Apartments

Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor

3000 Grand Apartments

High Street Lofts

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

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Tempo East Village
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Soll

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Maxwell

R&T Lofts

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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court

Clemens Building

The Edge @ Grays Landing

The Equitable Building
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Park Avenue by Broadmoor

The Fleming Building

The Des Moines Building

Metro Lofts

Weston Park Apartments

Flux

Randolph Apartments

Imperial Grand Prix

Ingersoll Square

The Elliott
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Vine Street Lofts

Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes

219 E Grand

City Square Lofts

The Deco

The Griffin Building

Wilkins Bldg

Jackson Crossing

The Residences at River View
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Ballyard Lofts

AP Lofts

Gateway Lofts

Fort Des Moines

Village on Grand

Water Trail Row

Argonne Apartments

Connolly Lofts

Carbon 550
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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 | $940 | $575 | $1,720 |
| Southwest Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,212 | $675 | $5,873 |
| Southwest Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $747 | $4,055 |
| Southwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,175 | $2,749 |
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There are currently 150 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Most Pet Friendly Southwest Des Moines Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Southwest Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The Residences at River View with prices starting from $1,091 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Confluence on 3rd Apartments scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,144. Here are the most Pet Friendly Southwest Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at River View | 4/4 | McKinley School Columbus Park | $1,091 |
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | 4/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $1,144 |
| Tempo East Village | 4/4 | East Village | $1,155 |
| Ingersoll Square | 3.8/4 | Sherman Hill | $1,023 |
| Jackson Crossing | 3.8/4 | McKinley School Columbus Park | $908 |
| R&T Lofts | 3.8/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $930 |
| The Meridian | 3.8/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $1,239 |
| Arlington Hallett | 3.6/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $695 |
| The Deco | 3.6/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $995 |
| Treehouse Apartments | 3.4/4 | Haines Park Owls Head Estates | $800 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Southwest Des Moines
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Southwest Des Moines of Southwest Des Moines is the Studio East Model at Arlington Hallett, which is a Studio unit starting from $695. The second cheapest Southwest Des Moines Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio Studio unit at Treehouse Apartments starting at $800. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Southwest Des Moines apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Arlington Hallett | Studio East | $695 |
| Treehouse Apartments | Studio | $800 |
| Jackson Crossing | Studio | $908 |
| Cityville on 9th | Stonehaven | $940 |
| The Deco | The Gatsby | $995 |
| The Residences at River View | Sands | $1,091 |
| R&T Lofts | Caption | $1,100 |
| Ingersoll Square | Springfield | $1,140 |
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | Agate | $1,207 |
| The Meridian | Cabernet | $1,484 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #7
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with little ones? this section of town has risen to be a top residential submarket for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, and great education and schools.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with parks and green spaces is something they look for when they rent. Southwest Des Moines is a highly-rated neighborhood for its the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Do you have pets? this part of Des Moines has emerged as amongst the finest neighborhoods for families with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Southwest Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Southwest Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Southwest Des Moines is at Lenox Properties listed at $595.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Southwest Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Southwest Des Moines is $1,268.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Southwest Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Des Moines is a 3,151 square feet unit starting from $1,240 at The Equitable Building.
What is the average size for Southwest Des Moines Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Southwest Des Moines is currently at 601 sq ft.
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