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Valley Acres Apartments
1050 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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McKinley Apartments
315 E McKinley AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Watrous Apartments
1300 E Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Pointe on Fleur Apartments
2800 Fleur DrDes Moines, IA 50321
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The Ridges
7201 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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6514 Chaffee RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Oaks
6209 SE 5th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Park Ridge Apartments
3200 Indianola AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Jefferson
3708 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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Sunburst
5015 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes
1800 Watrous AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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South View Apartments LLC
4221 SE 13th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Cedar Crest Apartments
3722-3726 SE 14th StDes Moines, IA 50320
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The Quarters on 9th
5209 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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920 Meadow Ln
920 Meadow LnDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southern Park Apartments
810 Payton AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Casady Apartments
1910-1914 Casady DrDes Moines, IA 50315
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Community Homes
5301 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Southview Manor
2417 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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Bell Terrace
2701 SW 23rd StDes Moines, IA 50321
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Stidham- 6920 SW 9th St
6920 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315
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1201 E Bell Avenue
1201 E Bell AveDes Moines, IA 50315
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Watrous South, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watrous South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watrous South Studio Apartments | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Watrous South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $831 | $650 | $1,125 |
| Watrous South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,006 | $780 | $1,550 |
| Watrous South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,147 | $895 | $1,375 |
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Cheapest Available Watrous South Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Watrous South area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Acres Apartments priced from $650. Watrous Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here are the most affordable Watrous South apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| The Pointe on Fleur Apartments | One Bedroom Available-$500 Rent Credit-Call for... | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| The Hampton Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watrous South, IA
As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watrous South area is the $0.93 price per square foot Plan B - two story Model at Southern Meadows Homes in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Watrous South apartment is the fin-2r Model at Finn Apartments starting at $1,045 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watrous South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Finn Apartments | fin-2r | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Magnolia Park | 2/2.0 | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| The Oaks | 2/1 Rennovated | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| McKinley Apartments | 2BD/1.5BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Goldbriar Chateau | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Pointe on Fleur Apartments | One Bedroom Available-$500 Rent Credit-Call for... | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watrous South Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Watrous South?
The cheapest apartment in Watrous South is Valley Acres Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Watrous South costs $1,154.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Watrous South?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 28 regular apartments in Watrous South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Watrous South?
Cheap apartments in Watrous South have an average cost of $162 which is $992 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Watrous South.
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