
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwoods Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA (38 Rentals)


Wellington Apartments

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Sun Prairie & Vista Court

BelleMeade Apartments

Westwood Apartments

West Glen Town Center Apartments

Eastwood on Grand

ReNew Jordan Creek

Element at Valley West
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Fountains Apartments

Colonial Village

Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living

Fairmeadows Village-55+ Independent Living Rental Community

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Hamlet Apartments

PointeWest

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Washington Manor

TurtleCreek Apartments

Watermark at Jordan Creek

Polo Club

Chapel Ridge

Somerfield Village Center Apartments

Woodland West NMC

Briarwood Grand Apartments

Carriage Park

Woodland West
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Southwoods, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwoods?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwoods Studio Apartments | $1,104 | $875 | $1,235 |
Southwoods 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $808 | $1,826 |
| Southwoods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $820 | $2,399 |
| Southwoods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $1,075 | $2,817 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwoods Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Southwoods 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Southwoods area of Des Moines, IA is found at Sierra Pointe Apartments and is listed at 1,010 square feet priced from $1,490. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Pointe Apartments | Bradford | 1,010 Sq Ft | $1,490 |
| BelleMeade Apartments | C | 968 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
| West Glen Town Center Apartments | 1 Bed Loft w/Balcony 962 sq ft | 962 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
| Broadmoor at Jordan Creek | Johnston | 904 Sq Ft | $1,345 |
| ReNew Jordan Creek | Watermark | 861 Sq Ft | $1,105 |
| PointeWest | A4R | 856 Sq Ft | $1,822 |
| Fountains Apartments | The Trevi | 852 Sq Ft | $1,009 |
| Colonial Village | Plymouth | 850 Sq Ft | $835 |
| TurtleCreek Apartments | C | 832 Sq Ft | $1,130 |
| Strathmore Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 740 Sq Ft | $1,087 |
Cheapest Available Southwoods 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Southwoods of Des Moines, IA is the A1 Classic Model starting from $799 at Element at Valley West. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Southwoods is currently $1,142. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Element at Valley West | A1 Classic | $799 |
| Robin Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $808 |
| Briarwood Grand Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $810 |
| Westwood Apartments | WW_A | $820 |
| Sun Prairie & Vista Court | 9012aa-5_aa-51Bedroom1Bath_640 | $829 |
| Colonial Village | Plymouth | $839 |
| Chapel Ridge | 1 Bedroom | $850 |
| Carriage Park | 1 Bedroom | $900 |
| Eastwood on Grand | JC_A Reno | $940 |
| TurtleCreek Apartments | B | $950 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Southwoods Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Southwoods with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Southwoods is at Element at Valley West listed at $799.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Southwoods Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Southwoods is $1,142.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Southwoods Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southwoods is a 1,010 square feet unit starting from $1,490 at Sierra Pointe Apartments.
What is the average size for Southwoods 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Southwoods is currently 738 sq ft.
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