
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Watrous South Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (5 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Watrous South area of Des Moines with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


5501 S Union St
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817 E Diehl Ave

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713 SE Hackley Ave
Watrous South, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watrous South?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Watrous South Studio Apartments | $850 | $850 | $850 |
Watrous South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $835 | $600 | $1,175 |
Watrous South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $965 | $687 | $1,800 |
Watrous South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,048 | $950 | $1,225 |
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Getting Around the Watrous South Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
25 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Watrous South
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 $600 to $1,175 with an average monthly rent of $835.
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 $687 to $1,800. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $965.
How expensive are Watrous South Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 16 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Watrous South on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $950 to $1,225 - averaging $1,048 for the location.
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