Apartments for Rent in the Watrous South Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (117 Rentals)

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Park Ridge Apartments
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$835 - $925

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Base Rent$835 - $925
Total Monthly Price$835 - $925
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Park Ridge Apartments

3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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property at 1602 Army Post Rd
$1,600

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Base Rent$1,600
Total Monthly Price$1,600
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 19

1602 Army Post Rd

Des MoinesIA50315
property at 31 E Broad St
$1,300

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Base Rent$1,300
Total Monthly Price$1,300
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 15

31 E Broad St

Des MoinesIA50315
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property at 2900 SE 10th St
$1,050

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Base Rent$1,050
Total Monthly Price$1,050
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
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2900 SE 10th St

Des MoinesIA50315
property at 1110 E Lacona Ave
$1,900

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Base Rent$1,900
Total Monthly Price$1,900
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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1110 E Lacona Ave

Des MoinesIA50315
property at 1210 West St
$675
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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1210 West St

Des MoinesIA50315
property at 3315 SE 4th St
$1,000
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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3315 SE 4th St

Des MoinesIA50315
property at 3310 SE 5th St
$1,150
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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3310 SE 5th St

Des MoinesIA50315
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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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property at 709 Bell Ave
$1,350
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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709 Bell Ave

Des MoinesIA50315

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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

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Watrous South, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Watrous South, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Watrous South

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

As of today, September 12, 2026, there are currently 117 available Watrous South apartments priced from $525 to $1,433, with an average monthly rent of $949.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Watrous South Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Watrous South ranges from $675 to $1,203 with an average monthly rent of $861.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Watrous South cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Watrous South range from $747 to $1,433. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $973.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.