
Apartments for Rent in the Watrous South Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (117 Rentals) Page 2 of 3


1303 E Kirkwood Ave

1608 Highview Dr

Christ the King II

4504 Wakonda Pky

910 Herold Ave

808 McKinley Ave

6211 SW 14th St

900 Elder Ln

707 Payton Ave

715 Watrous Ave

516 Leland Ave

601 Army Post Rd

3815 SW 9th St

14 E Payton Ave

Southland Mobile Home Pak

7103 SW 16th St

3420 SW 8th St

3424 SW 8th St

3313 SW 7th St

4700 SE 4th St

Park Fleur Condominiums

420 E McKinley Ave

1325 Pleasant View Dr

938 Pleasant View Dr

815 Boulder Ave

120-133 Hughes Ave

904 Luster Ln

505 E McKinley Ave

Druid Hill Townhomes

810 Loomis Ave

2617 SW 9th St

The Meadows

The Park at Southern Hills

1040 Kirkwood Ave

506 Lacona Ave

1222 E Emma Ave

405 Kirkwood Ave

Cedar Crest Apartments

106 Davis Ave

2712 SE 8th St

700 E County Line Rd

Southridge Estates

The Quarters on 9th

Community Homes

Stanton Apartments

Southern Park Apartments

Brookside Apartments

Fort Des Moines Senior Housing

29 E McKinley 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watrous South Studio Apartments | $765 | $765 | $765 |
| Watrous South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $845 | $675 | $1,125 |
| Watrous South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $945 | $747 | $1,550 |
| Watrous South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,267 | $1,050 | $1,385 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Watrous South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,233 | $1,000 | $1,675 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,430 | $1,395 | $1,475 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,825 | $1,625 | $2,025 |
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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, July 29, 2026, there are currently 117 available Watrous South apartments priced from $675 to $1,550, with an average monthly rent of $933.
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 $1,125 with an average monthly rent of $845.
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 $1,550. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $945.
How expensive are Watrous South Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 19 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Watrous South on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,050 to $1,385 - averaging $1,267 for the location.
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