Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwoods Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA from $723 (50 Rentals)

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Hamlet Apartments
$900 - $1,272
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$937 - $1,300
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Hamlet Apartments

2210 Ep True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Meadow Ridge
$989 - $1,089
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$989 - $1,089
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Meadow Ridge

1301 49th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Polo Club
$1,109 - $1,883
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 6

Polo Club

6201 Ep True PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Wellington Apartments
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$1,132 - $1,711
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$1,033 - $1,711
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Wellington Apartments

4700 EP True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Sharing a lease? Learn how to set clear expectations with your roommates on routines, bills, and cleaning to ensure a successful and peaceful shared living arrangement.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Brookside Condo
$1,495 - $1,565
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$1,495 - $1,565
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Brookside Condo

6630 Cody DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Sierra Pointe Apartments
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$1,685 - $1,825
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$1,365 - $1,825
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Sierra Pointe Apartments

7171 Woodland AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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$1,800

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 30

1035 68th St

West Des MoinesIA50266
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484 S 19th St
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484 S 19th St

484 S 19th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Dakota Apartments
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Dakota Apartments

5250 Dakota DrWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Southwoods, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Southwoods, West Des Moines, IA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwoods Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Southwoods?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwoods is under $910.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwoods?

The cheapest apartment in Southwoods is Briarwood Grand Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Southwoods costs $1,539.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwoods?

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 15 regular apartments in Southwoods 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 Southwoods?

Cheap apartments in Southwoods have an average cost of $222 which is $1,317 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwoods.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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