Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Southwestern Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (35 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Southwestern Hills area of Des Moines that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

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Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community

The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Hills Studio Apartments | $1,165 | $735 | $1,599 |
| Southwestern Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $703 | $2,157 |
| Southwestern Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $778 | $2,884 |
| Southwestern Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,806 | $1,150 | $2,549 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwestern Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Most Pet Friendly Southwestern Hills Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Southwestern Hills area of Des Moines, IA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The Meridian with prices starting from $1,286 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.8 of 4. Cityville scores the second highest with a 3.6 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $950. Here are the most Pet Friendly Southwestern Hills apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meridian | 3.8/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $1,286 |
| Cityville | 3.6/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $950 |
| The Deco | 3.4/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $1,040 |
| Flux | 3/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $834 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Southwestern Hills
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Southwestern Hills of Southwestern Hills is the Studio Model at Hampton House Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $699. The second cheapest Southwestern Hills Pet Friendly apartment is the A1 Classic 1 Bed unit at West Glen Apartments starting at $725. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Southwestern Hills apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Hampton House Apartments | Studio | $699 |
| West Glen Apartments | A1 Classic | $725 |
| Flux | Mellow | $853 |
| 10th Street Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | $900 |
| Cityville | Metropolitan - M1 | $950 |
| 3000 Grand Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | $975 |
| Riverpoint Lofts | A6 | $1,039 |
| The Deco | The Gatsby | $1,040 |
| Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community | Austen | $1,187 |
| The Meridian | Noir | $1,286 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #36
Among cities in Iowa 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 Pet Friendly Southwestern Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Southwestern Hills?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Southwestern Hills is at Hampton House Apartments listed at $699.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Southwestern Hills Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Southwestern Hills is $1,148.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Southwestern Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Southwestern Hills is a 2,585 square feet unit starting from $1,299 at LINC at Gray's Station.
What is the average size for Southwestern Hills Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Southwestern Hills is currently at 641 sq ft.
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