Apartments for Rent in the Southwestern Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (73 Rentals)

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

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Weston Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Weston Park Apartments

4200 Park AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Iowa Stanton LLC
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Iowa Stanton LLC

2200 Stanton AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Bell Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bell Terrace

2701 SW 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50321
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4504 Wakonda Pky
3 Bedroom Apartments

4504 Wakonda Pky

4504 Wakonda PkyDes Moines, IA 50315
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Casady Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casady Apartments

1910-1914 Casady DrDes 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
Studio 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
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421 42nd St
Studio Apartments

421 42nd St

421 42nd StDes Moines, IA 50312
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401 37th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

401 37th St

401 37th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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3815 SW 9th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3815 SW 9th St

3815 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Tonawanda Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tonawanda Apartments

432 Tonawanda DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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Co-Op
Studio Apartments

Co-Op

4004 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Wesley Central
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wesley Central

3520 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312

Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #40

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Southwestern Hills Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

24 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

9 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Southwestern Hills

How much are Studio apartments in Southwestern Hills?

There are currently 14 Studio Apartments in Southwestern Hills with rent ranges from $750 to $1,763 with an average price of $1,299.

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 $725 to $2,232 with an average monthly rent of $1,474.

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 $765 to $2,984. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,673.

How expensive are Southwestern Hills Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 13 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwestern Hills on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,150 to $2,701 - averaging $1,969 for the location.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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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.