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Southwest Des Moines, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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 Ingersoll Park Studios priced from $625. Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Southwest Des Moines apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ingersoll Park Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607StudioStudio,1BA$675
Lenox PropertiesDrake1BR,1BA$695
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Windsor Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Des Moines, IA

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Des Moines area is the $0.99 price per square foot Riley Model at Ingersoll Towers in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,057. The second greatest value Southwest Des Moines apartment is the CA-C4 Income Restricted Model at Court Ave Lofts starting at $1,080 with a $1.09 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ingersoll TowersRiley2BR,2BA$0.99
Court Ave LoftsCA-C4 Income Restricted2BR,2BA$1.09
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
Hamilton ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.84
McKinley Apartments2BD/1.5BA2BR,2BA$0.99
The Pointe on Fleur2x1a2BR,1BA$0.87
The 31st Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom + Den1BR,1BA$1.05
1818 Pleasant St, Unit 18181818 Pleasant St2BR,1BA$1.06
SunburstTwo Bedroom-One Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Sevastopol Station1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.10

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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 345 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $565 to $3,690. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Des Moines ranging from $865 to $2,295.

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 $865 to $2,295 with an average monthly rent of $1,745.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.