Apartments for Rent in the Southwestern Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (74 Rentals)

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309 8th St, Unit 3
$675
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Studio Apartment Available Sep 1

309 8th St, Unit 3

309 8th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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401 37th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

401 37th St

401 37th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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Co-Op
Studio Apartments

Co-Op

4004 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Summit House
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summit House

2880 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312

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4504 Wakonda Pky
3 Bedroom Apartments

4504 Wakonda Pky

4504 Wakonda PkyDes Moines, IA 50315
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1608 Highview Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1608 Highview Dr

1608 Highview DrDes Moines, IA 50315
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605 SW 62nd St
4 Bedroom Apartments

605 SW 62nd St

605 SW 62nd StDes Moines, IA 50312
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6211 SW 14th St
Studio Apartments

6211 SW 14th St

6211 SW 14th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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900 Elder Ln
1 Bedroom Apartments

900 Elder Ln

900 Elder LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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910 Herold Ave
Studio Apartments

910 Herold Ave

910 Herold AveDes Moines, IA 50315

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwestern Hills

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Southwestern Hills area of Des Moines, IA?

As of today, August 26, 2026, there are currently 74 available Southwestern Hills apartments priced from $675 to $2,894, with an average monthly rent of $1,270.

How much are Studio apartments in Southwestern Hills?

There are currently 26 Studio Apartments in Southwestern Hills with rent ranges from $675 to $1,594 with an average price of $971.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southwestern Hills Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southwestern Hills ranges from $675 to $2,217 with an average monthly rent of $1,261.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwestern Hills cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwestern Hills range from $750 to $2,894. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,319.

How expensive are Southwestern Hills Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 11 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwestern Hills on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,175 to $2,499 - averaging $1,826 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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.