Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (50 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Southwest Des Moines area of Des Moines with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Cityville
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$950 - $2,810Special Offer
3 Months Free Tour Any of our Homes & Receive up to THREE Months Free on select homes! Contact the Leasing Office for more details!
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Cityville

550 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Meridian
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$1,286 - $2,470Special Offer
2 Months Free Receive 2 months free when you move in by 12/31/25. Plus, get an extra $500 off when you look & lease! 12-month lease required
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The Meridian

425 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Rowat Lofts Apartments
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$780 - $1,440Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy one month free rent on 12–17 month leases, or two months free rent on 18+ month leases! Don’t miss your chance to lock in
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Rowat Lofts Apartments

601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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3000 Grand Apartments
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$975 - $1,590Special Offer
Discounts Your Spacious New Home Awaits at 3000 Grand—Just in Time for the Season! Ready to make your move? Take advantage of our exclusive
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3000 Grand Apartments

3000 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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The Deco
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$1,040 - $2,894Special Offer
Specials $3000 MOVE IN CREDIT WITH 12+ MONTH LEASE!
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The Deco

1301 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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LINC at Gray's Station
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$999 - $3,239Special Offer
Specials Enjoy spacious living without the big price tag. For a limited time, lease a 2-bedroom for the price of a 1-bedroom, or a 3-bedroom
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LINC at Gray's Station

210 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Soll
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$905 - $2,367Special Offer
Specials Holiday Special: PAY NO RENT Until February 2026! If you start your lease or move-in by December 15th, you wont pay rent until Febr
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Soll

2301 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Maxwell
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$900 - $1,650Special Offer
Specials No Damage Deposit and Hassle free move Guarantee! If you apply within 24 hours of showing now Damage Deposit! We also provide movin
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Maxwell

915 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Confluence on 3rd Apartments
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$927 - $2,650Special Offer
Specials Move Now, Pay Later! Pay No Rent Until 2026 PLUS Reduced Rates on Select Units and Claim Up to a $500 Gift Card. *Restrictions may
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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

103 SW 3rd StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Des Moines Building
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$795 - $1,450Special Offer
1 Month Free Celebrate the Season of Savings! Receive ONE MONTH FREE on any 12 month lease or receive TWO MONTHS FREE on any 18 month lease!
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The Des Moines Building

405 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Ingersoll Square Lofts
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$995 - $1,720Special Offer
Discounts Up to $2000 move in credit *Contact Leasing Office for Details *Restrictions may apply
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Ingersoll Square Lofts

1900-2005 High StDes Moines, IA 50309
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High Street Lofts
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$1,195 - $1,625Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free Rent PLUS 6 Months Free Parking With 15 Month Lease!! No Application Fees If Application Submitted Before 12/31!
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High Street Lofts

1601 High StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community
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$1,189 - $1,668Special Offer
Discounts Receive a $2,500 rent credit on all residences when you sign a lease by 12/31/25! Must sign a 12-month lease or longer. T&C apply.
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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

400 SW 11th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Randolph Apartments
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$822 - $1,967Special Offer
Specials Receive 1 MONTH FREE when you move in by January 31st! Terms & conditions apply. Sign a 12+ month lease and move in by 1/31/26 to q
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Randolph Apartments

202 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Pointe on Fleur
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$725 - $795Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive your first full month free on select 1 Bedroom Apartments! Currently there is a waitlist on 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartment h
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The Pointe on Fleur

2800 Fleur DrDes Moines, IA 50321
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The Equitable Building
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$1,391 - $1,891Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free!* Receive 1 month free when you sign a lease by December 31st. *12+ month lease term required.
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The Equitable Building

604 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Fleming Building
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$695 - $1,495Special Offer
1 Month Free ? Rent Special at the Fleming Building ? Sign a 13-month lease and receive 1 month FREE RENT! Don’t miss out on this limited-ti
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The Fleming Building

218 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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219 E Grand
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$1,150 - $1,950Special Offer
Specials 12 MONTHS FREE PARKING CREDIT ($1,400 VALUE) WITH 13 MONTH LEASE!!
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219 E Grand

219 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Edge @ Grays Landing
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$1,059 - $1,450Special Offer
2 Months Free Receive 2 MONTHS FREE when you move in by the end of the year! Terms & conditions apply. Sign a 12+ month lease and move in by
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The Edge @ Grays Landing

406 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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City Square Lofts
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$755 - $1,795Special Offer
Specials Warm up this winter with a new home! Enjoy ONE MONTH FREE on a 12-month lease or 1.5 MONTHS FREE on a 16-month lease. These limited
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City Square Lofts

240 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Fort Des Moines
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$850 - $1,000Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 MONTH FREE when you move in by December 31st. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.
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Fort Des Moines

6924 Chaffee RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Wilkins Bldg
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$1,095 - $1,295Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free Rent On 12 Month Lease If Moved In By 12/31!
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Wilkins Bldg

713 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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5Fifty5
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$2,161 - $3,036Special Offer
3 Months Free Nows the perfect time to move! Take advantage of special reduced pricing and receive THREE MONTHS FREE when you sign an 18-mon
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5Fifty5

555 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Finn Apartments
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$925 - $1,125Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free for available two-bedroom units! Must apply within 48 hours of a tour. Contact leasing office for more details.
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Finn Apartments

2221 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Metro Lofts
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$975 - $1,150Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 MONTH FREE when you move in by December 31st. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.
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Metro Lofts

100 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Ballyard Lofts
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$931 - $1,046Special Offer
Specials Warm up this winter with a new home! Enjoy ONE MONTH FREE on a 12-month lease or 1.5 MONTHS FREE on a 16-month lease. These limited
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Ballyard Lofts

350 SW 2nd AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Rumely Lofts
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$990 - $1,175Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1.5 MONTHS FREE when you move in by December 31st. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.
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Rumely Lofts

104 SW 4th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Oaks
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$719 - $839Special Offer
Discounts $350 Deposit and $300.00 Rent credit on account after 1st months rent is paid in full.
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The Oaks

6209 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Union at Rivers Edge
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$1,104 - $1,522Special Offer
1 Month Free Limited-Time Offers at Union at Rivers Edge! - Building B 1-Bedroom Apartments: $99 Security Deposit + 2 Months Free Rent - All
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Union at Rivers Edge

1600 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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7th Street Brownstones
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$1,799 - $2,989Special Offer
3 Months Free Nows the perfect time to move! Take advantage of special reduced pricing and receive THREE MONTHS FREE when you sign an 18-mon
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7th Street Brownstones

301-331 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Riverpoint Lofts
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$1,039 - $1,179Special Offer
2 Months Free Were spreading holiday cheer with an incredible limited-time offer Receive TWO MONTHS FREE when you sign a 12-month lease at R
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Riverpoint Lofts

340 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Goldbriar Chateau
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$650 - $795Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free Rent on 13 Month Lease or 2 Months Free Rent On 15 Month Lease If Applied And Accepted by 12/31/25!
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Goldbriar Chateau

5555 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Somerset
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$811 - $1,534Special Offer
Specials Limited-time offer: Reduced rents at Somerset, call the leasing office today to learn more! Move-in this month and score big saving
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Somerset

6620 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Flats on 5th
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$825 - $1,450Special Offer
Specials Holiday Favorites Gift Menu! Move in this month and select ONE gift from our exclusive Holiday Menu: Lab Diamond Earrings, $500 Gif
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Flats on 5th

7109 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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McKinley Apartments
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$785 - $895Special Offer
1 Month Free McKinley Apartments - LIMITED TIME ONLY SPECIAL PRICING AT $785-$895 and ONE MONTH FREE!!
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McKinley Apartments

315 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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River Oaks Apartments
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$695 - $950Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free Rent on 13 Month Lease or 2 Months Free Rent On 15 Month Lease If Applied And Accepted by 12/31/25!
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River Oaks Apartments

6010 Creston AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Valley Acres Apartments
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$650 - $945Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free Rent on 13 Month Lease or 2 Months Free Rent On 15 Month Lease If Applied And Accepted by 12/31/25!
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Valley Acres Apartments

1050 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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Pleasant Court
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$725 - $1,195Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1 MONTH FREE with a one-year contract. Call today for details and to schedule a tour!!!
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Pleasant Court

708-716 16th StDes Moines, IA 50314
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Southwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Top Des Moines Apartments in the Southwest Des Moines Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 12-05-2025

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Southwest Des Moines, IA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Jackson Crossing

ONE MONTH FREE WITH 12+ MONTH LEASE!Expires 12-05-2025

Wilkins Bldg

1 Month Free Rent On 12 Month Lease If Moved In By 12/31!Expires 12-05-2025

Somerset

Limited-time offer: Reduced rents at Somerset, call the leasing office today to learn more! Move-in this month and score big savingsthese deals wont stick around! Call now to snag your perfect apartment before theyre gone. *Terms and conditions apply. See leasing office for details.Expires 12-05-2025

The Des Moines Building

Celebrate the Season of Savings! Receive ONE MONTH FREE on any 12 month lease or receive TWO MONTHS FREE on any 18 month lease! Start the holidays off right. Terms and conditions apply. Contact us today for details!Expires 12-05-2025

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Move Now, Pay Later! Pay No Rent Until 2026 PLUS Reduced Rates on Select Units and Claim Up to a $500 Gift Card. *Restrictions may applyExpires 12-05-2025

Union at Rivers Edge

Limited-Time Offers at Union at Rivers Edge! - Building B 1-Bedroom Apartments: $99 Security Deposit + 2 Months Free Rent - All Other Floorplans: 1 Month Free Rent Apply, get approved, and move in by December 19, 2025! *Offer valid for new applicants only. Contact our leasing office today for full details and current availability.Expires 12-05-2025

Metro Lofts

Receive 1 MONTH FREE when you move in by December 31st. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.Expires 12-05-2025

The Equitable Building

1 Month Free!* Receive 1 month free when you sign a lease by December 31st. *12+ month lease term required.Expires 12-05-2025

Madison Flats

1 Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease!Expires 12-05-2025

Valley Acres Apartments

1 Month Free Rent on 13 Month Lease or 2 Months Free Rent On 15 Month Lease If Applied And Accepted by 12/31/25!Expires 12-05-2025

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Southwest Des Moines, IA

Specials updated: 12-05-2025

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Southwest Des Moines, IA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Village on Grand

Call today and ask about our current move-in specials.Expires 05-31-2026

3612 Ingersoll Ave

1 month freeExpires 12-31-2025

Rowat Lofts Apartments

Enjoy one month free rent on 12–17 month leases, or two months free rent on 18+ month leases! Don’t miss your chance to lock in big savings. Contact our office for more details and schedule a tour today to take advantage of this special offer. Terms and conditions apply.Expires 12-08-2025

The Fleming Building

? Rent Special at the Fleming Building ? Sign a 13-month lease and receive 1 month FREE RENT! Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer — experience modern living in the heart of downtown while enjoying unbeatable savings. ?? Fleming Building ?? Call today to schedule a tour!Expires 02-28-2026

The Oaks

$350 Deposit and $300.00 Rent credit on account after 1st months rent is paid in full.Expires 12-31-2025

The Pointe on Fleur

Receive your first full month free on select 1 Bedroom Apartments! Currently there is a waitlist on 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartment homes for move in dates in November.Expires 12-15-2025

Rumely Lofts

Receive 1.5 MONTHS FREE when you move in by December 31st. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.Expires 12-31-2025

Fort Des Moines

Receive 1 MONTH FREE when you move in by December 31st. Subject to change; terms & conditions apply.Expires 12-31-2025

The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Des Moines

***One month free rent special with 13 month lease***Utility Guarantee Fee and Complimentary Internet!Expires 12-31-2025

3000 Grand Apartments

Your Spacious New Home Awaits at 3000 Grand—Just in Time for the Season! Ready to make your move? Take advantage of our exclusive offer! Sign a lease on one of our select, spacious three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment homes—Unit #613 or Unit #617—and receive $500 OFF your first full month's rent! Whether you're seeking extra rooms for a growing family, a dedicated home office, or a guest suite, we have the perfect living space to suit your needs. But hurry—this offer is only available on these two specific 3-bedroom units and expires on December 31st! Contact our office today for full details and to schedule your viewing. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your living experience with extra savings in your pocket! Unlock Holiday SavingsExpires 12-31-2025

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Southwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Southwest Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Southwest Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Southwest Des Moines is at Valley Acres Apartments listed at $650.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Southwest Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Southwest Des Moines is $1,275.

What is the largest Rent Specials Southwest Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Des Moines is a 3,151 square feet unit starting from $1,391 at The Equitable Building.

What is the average size for Southwest Des Moines Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Southwest Des Moines is currently at 638 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

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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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!