
Cheap Homes for Rent in Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $700 (19 Rentals)
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Southwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Southwest Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southwest Des Moines 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,153 | $850 | $2,000 |
Southwest Des Moines 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,556 | $1,175 | $2,400 |
Southwest Des Moines 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,350 | $2,350 | $2,350 |
Southwest Des Moines 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,845 | $1,695 | $1,995 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Southwest Des Moines Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Des Moines Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Des Moines area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Lenox Properties priced from $595. Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Southwest Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lenox Properties | Drake Studio | Studio,1BA | $595 |
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
The Acacia | Studio - Classic | Studio,1BA | $647 |
Stockbridge Apartments | 1x1 670-700 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Hampton House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Des Moines, IA
As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Des Moines area is the $1.03 price per square foot CA-C9 Model at Court Ave Lofts in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,147. The second greatest value Southwest Des Moines apartment is the fin-2c Model at Finn Apartments starting at $1,025 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Court Ave Lofts | CA-C9 | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
Finn Apartments | fin-2c | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Magnolia Park | 2/2.0 | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Hamilton Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Ingersoll Towers | Ashworth | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
Willow Bend | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
BNL Investments | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Stockbridge Apartments | 1x1 670-700 | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
The Pointe on Fleur | One Bedroom Available | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Des Moines
What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Des Moines?
There are currently 352 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $20,497. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Des Moines ranging from $700 to $3,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest Des Moines?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Des Moines ranges from $700 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,504.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southwest Des Moines?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Des Moines range from $965 to $4,811, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,175 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,547.
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