
Low Income Apartments for Rent in the Southwestern Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (5 Rentals)

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Valley Acres Apartments
Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwestern Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southwestern Hills Studio Apartments | $1,302 | $750 | $1,767 |
Southwestern Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $725 | $2,232 |
Southwestern Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $765 | $2,984 |
Southwestern Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $1,150 | $2,974 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwestern Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #43
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Low Income Southwestern Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Low Income apartment in Southwestern Hills?
Currently the most affordable Low Income Apartment in Southwestern Hills is at Valley Acres Apartments listed at $725.
How much is the average rent for a Low Income Southwestern Hills Apartment?
The average rent for a Low Income Apartment in Southwestern Hills is $1,004.
What is the largest Low Income Southwestern Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's Low Income apartment with the most square footage in Southwestern Hills is a 1,423 square feet unit starting from $1,019 at Riverpoint Lofts.
What is the average size for Southwestern Hills Low Income Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Low Income rental in Southwestern Hills is currently at 593 sq ft.
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