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


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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 | $1,047 | $875 | $1,205 |
| Southwoods 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $777 | $1,646 |
| Southwoods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,263 | $791 | $2,200 |
| Southwoods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,346 | $910 | $2,750 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwoods, West Des Moines, IA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Southwoods, West Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Luxury Living Rating
Southwoods is one of our preferred luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, on-site concierge services, views, access to parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
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 $1,205 with an average price of $1,047.
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 $777 to $1,646 with an average monthly rent of $1,122.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwoods cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwoods range from $791 to $2,200. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,263.
How expensive are Southwoods Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 23 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwoods on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $910 to $2,750 - averaging $1,346 for the location.
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