
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (154 Rentals)


Cityville on 9th

The Meridian

LINC at Gray's Station

Wakonda Village

3000 Grand Apartments

Rowat Lofts Apartments

The Deco

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Tempo East Village

District at 6th Apartments
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Nexus at Gray's Landing

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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court

The Fleming Building

The Elliott

Ingersoll Square
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The Edge @ Grays Landing

The Des Moines Building

East Village Square

Imperial Grand Prix

Randolph Apartments

219 E Grand

City Square Lofts

Vine Street Lofts

The Griffin Building
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Jackson Crossing

Treehouse Apartments

Argonne Apartments

Madison Flats

Hampton House Apartments

Civic Center Court Apartments

Arlington Hallett

Grand Colony
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The James on Grand

The Ridges

Reagan House

2500 Grand Ave

2500 Grand Ave

2243 SW 9th St

The Plaza
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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 | $936 | $525 | $1,591 |
| Southwest Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,181 | $675 | $5,630 |
| Southwest Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,342 | $747 | $3,705 |
| Southwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,145 | $2,734 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 154 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Southwest Des Moines Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Southwest Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is found at The Meridian and is listed at 706 square feet priced from $1,591. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meridian | Merlot | 706 Sq Ft | $1,591 |
| 4000 INGERSOLL | Floor Plan G - 667 SF Studio | 667 Sq Ft | $1,567 |
| Grand Colony | 0 Bed 1 Bath | 625 Sq Ft | $740 |
| District at 6th Apartments | Miller | 582 Sq Ft | $1,023 |
| 3000 Grand Apartments | Studio | 1 Bath | 580 Sq Ft | $845 |
| Tempo East Village | Hudson Studio ADA (Studio Type 2A) | 555 Sq Ft | $1,280 |
| Rowat Lofts Apartments | Studio - Gypsum with Alcove | 551 Sq Ft | $1,070 |
| The Fleming Building | #8 - Studio | 525 Sq Ft | $845 |
| Ingersoll Square | Springfield | 520 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
| LINC at Gray's Station | S3 | 500 Sq Ft | $1,299 |
Cheapest Available Southwest Des Moines Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Southwest Des Moines of Des Moines, IA is the Studio - Classic Model starting from $647 at The Acacia. The average price for all Studio apartments in Southwest Des Moines is currently $936. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Acacia | Studio - Classic | $647 |
| Arlington Hallett | Studio East | $695 |
| The Elliott | Studio | $710 |
| Pleasant Court | Studio | $725 |
| Grand Colony | 0 Bed 1 Bath | $740 |
| The Fleming Building | #5 - Studio | $745 |
| Argonne Apartments | Studio D | $794 |
| Treehouse Apartments | Studio | $800 |
| The Des Moines Building | Studio | $830 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Southwest Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Southwest Des Moines with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Southwest Des Moines is at The Acacia listed at $647.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Southwest Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Southwest Des Moines is $936.
What is the largest available Studio Southwest Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Des Moines is a 706 square feet unit starting from $1,591 at The Meridian.
What is the average size for Southwest Des Moines Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Southwest Des Moines is currently 550 sq ft.
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