
Senior Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (16 Rentals)
Apartments for adults 55+ years of age in the Southwest Des Moines area of Des Moines with convenient services, and fun activities.


Village on Grand

Christ the King II

Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+

Southview Manor
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Scottish Rite Park

Fort Des Moines Senior Housing

Valley Station

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 | $959 | $575 | $1,791 |
| Southwest Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,220 | $675 | $4,638 |
| Southwest Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $747 | $4,055 |
| Southwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $1,050 | $2,749 |
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There are currently 16 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
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to nice outdoor spaces? this neighborhood is a highly-rated residential area for having the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Southwest Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Senior apartment in Southwest Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Senior Apartment in Southwest Des Moines is at Village on Grand listed at $799.
How much is the average rent for a Senior Southwest Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Senior Apartment in Southwest Des Moines is $1,354.
What is the largest Senior Southwest Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's Senior apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Des Moines is a 1,339 square feet unit starting from $1,392 at Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community.
What is the average size for Southwest Des Moines Senior Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Senior rental in Southwest Des Moines is currently at 684 sq ft.
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