Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (25 Rentals)

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Rental terms in the Southwest Des Moines area of Des Moines as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Flux
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$981 - $1,819Short Term Available
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3 Months, 15 Months
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Flux

1400 Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Maxwell
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$999 - $1,650Short Term Available
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6 Months, 18 Months
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Maxwell

915 Mulberry StDes Moines, IA 50309
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R&T Lofts
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$925 - $1,800Short Term Available
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6 Months, 16 Months, 24 Months
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R&T Lofts

717 Locust StDes Moines, IA 50309
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property at 400 Walnut St

$2,250 - $4,552

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400 Walnut St

Des MoinesIA50309
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10th Street Lofts
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12 Months
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10th Street Lofts

110-112 10th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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3612 Ingersoll Ave
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3612 Ingersoll Ave

3612 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Southwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #6

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Pet Friendly Rating

This part of Des Moines has a reputation as one of the best neighborhoods for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Southwest Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Southwest Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Southwest Des Moines is at Hampton House Apartments listed at $750.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Southwest Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Southwest Des Moines is $1,221.

What is the largest Short-term Southwest Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Des Moines is a 1,702 square feet unit starting from $882 at Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes.

What is the average size for Southwest Des Moines Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Southwest Des Moines is currently at 523 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.