Apartments for Rent in the Southwoods Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA (108 Rentals)

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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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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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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property at 155 63rd St

155 63rd St

West Des MoinesIA50266
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Southwoods, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Learn How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit from the Renter University at AparmentHomeLiving.com.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwoods, West Des Moines, IA

Ranked #3

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including West Des Moines. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? this area is known as a top residential neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, and great education opportunities.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to nice outdoor spaces is a must-have. Southwoods is providing good access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

Southwoods has now become known as one of the finest high-end submarkets in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, concierge services, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury communities also often offer tile or hardwood floors, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

This area is one of the best communities for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Southwoods

How much are Studio apartments in Southwoods?

There are currently 11 Studio Apartments in Southwoods with rent ranges from $875 to $1,379 with an average price of $1,097.

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

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southwoods ranges from $745 to $1,515 with an average monthly rent of $1,080.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwoods cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwoods range from $802 to $2,220. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,247.

How expensive are Southwoods Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 22 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwoods on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $910 to $2,916 - averaging $1,324 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.