
Cheap Homes for Rent in Southwestern Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $900 (3 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Southwestern Hills area of Des Moines.

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Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Southwestern Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southwestern Hills 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,450 | $1,400 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwestern Hills Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwestern Hills, IA
As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwestern Hills area is the $1.00 price per square foot fin-2c Model at Finn Apartments in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,025. The second greatest value Southwestern Hills apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Willow Bend starting at $930 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwestern Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Finn Apartments | fin-2c | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Willow Bend | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
West Glen Apartments | B1 Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
Clover Hills | B1 Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.99 |
Nelson LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Sunburst | Two Bedroom-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
The Pointe on Fleur | One Bedroom Available-One Month Free Rent Speci... | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Goldbriar Chateau | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Weston Park Apartments | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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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
Frequently Asked Questions about Southwestern Hills
What type of rentals are currently available in Southwestern Hills?
There are currently 73 Apartments for Rent in Southwestern Hills, IA with pricing that ranges from $719 to $2,615. There are also 5 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwestern Hills ranging from $900 to $1,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwestern Hills?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwestern Hills ranges from $900 to $1,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,175.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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