Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (139 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Southwest Des Moines area of Des Moines that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

3000 Grand Apartments

Rowat Lofts Apartments

High Street Lofts

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

Tempo East Village

The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Des Moines
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District at 6th Apartments

Soll

Nexus at Gray's Landing

R&T Lofts

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court

The Equitable Building
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Park Avenue by Broadmoor

The Elliott

Imperial Grand Prix

The Des Moines Building

Ingersoll Square Lofts

The Pointe on Fleur

The Fleming Building

Eagle View Lofts
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The Ridges

City Square Lofts

The Griffin Building

Jackson Crossing

The Residences at River View

Weston Park Apartments

Finn Apartments

Argonne Apartments

Connolly Lofts

Carbon 550
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 | $988 | $595 | $1,749 |
| Southwest Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $650 | $4,916 |
| Southwest Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $685 | $2,894 |
| Southwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $895 | $2,943 |
| Southwest Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $19,248 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 139 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 $1,011 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 $1,017. 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 | $1,011 |
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | 4/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $1,017 |
| 3612 Ingersoll Ave | 4/4 | North of Grand | $1,125 |
| Cambridge Court Apartments | 3.8/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $860 |
| Jackson Crossing | 3.8/4 | McKinley School Columbus Park | $840 |
| R&T Lofts | 3.8/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $995 |
| The Meridian | 3.8/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $1,368 |
| Ingersoll Square Lofts | 3.6/4 | Sherman Hill | $995 |
| Cityville | 3.6/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $900 |
| Arlington Hallett | 3.6/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $680 |
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 West Model at Arlington Hallett, which is a Studio unit starting from $680. The second cheapest Southwest Des Moines Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio Studio unit at Jackson Crossing starting at $852. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Southwest Des Moines apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Arlington Hallett | Studio West | $680 |
| Jackson Crossing | Studio | $852 |
| Cambridge Court Apartments | A1 | $860 |
| Cityville | Metropolitan - M1 | $900 |
| Ingersoll Square Lofts | Phase I A1 | $995 |
| R&T Lofts | Crop | $995 |
| The Residences at River View | Sands | $1,011 |
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | Cinder | $1,017 |
| 3612 Ingersoll Ave | 2 BR/ 1 BA | $1,125 |
| The Meridian | Port | $1,368 |
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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.
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 $1,241.
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 $1,285 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 623 sq ft.
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