
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Southwoods Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA (57 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Southwoods area of West Des Moines that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Broadmoor at Jordan Creek

Wellington Apartments

Sun Prairie & Vista Court

The Flats at West Glen

BelleMeade Apartments

Westwood Apartments

Eastwood on Grand

ReNew Jordan Creek
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Reserve At Jordan Creek
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Westbrooke Apartments

Watermark at Jordan Creek

Meadow Chase Apartments
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Delavan Townhomes

Briarwood Grand Apartments
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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 | $1,123 | $775 | $1,649 |
| Southwoods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,260 | $787 | $2,200 |
| Southwoods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $906 | $2,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwoods Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA.
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Most Pet Friendly Southwoods Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Southwoods area of Des Moines, IA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Meadow Chase Apartments with prices starting from $1,024 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.6 of 4. PointeWest scores the second highest with a 3.6 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,095. Here are the most Pet Friendly Southwoods apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Chase Apartments | 3.6/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $1,024 |
| PointeWest | 3.6/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $1,095 |
| Briarwood Grand Apartments | 3.2/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $810 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Southwoods
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Southwoods of Southwoods is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Briarwood Grand Apartments, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $810. The second cheapest Southwoods Pet Friendly apartment is the Sonoma Studio Studio unit at Reserve At Jordan Creek starting at $950. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Southwoods apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Briarwood Grand Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $810 |
| Reserve At Jordan Creek | Sonoma Studio | $950 |
| Woodland Place Apartments, LLC | 2 BR | $1,000 |
| Broadmoor at Jordan Creek | Monroe | $1,025 |
| PointeWest | A2R | $1,177 |
| Watermark at Jordan Creek | Indigo | $1,199 |
| Bella Terra | 2 Bedroom | $1,250 |
| Sierra Pointe Apartments | Ashworth | $1,365 |
| Brookside Condo | 2BR/2.5BA | $1,475 |
| Delavan Townhomes | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | $1,770 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwoods, West Des Moines, IA
Ranked #3
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with younger kids? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in West Des Moines, this area is one of our favorite neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, trails and recreation, and access to the finest schools for the kids to attend.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with parks and green spaces is something they look for when they rent. Southwoods is a highly-rated submarket for its many parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise pets. This residential area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Southwoods Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Southwoods?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Southwoods is at Robin Hill listed at $775.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Southwoods Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Southwoods is $1,280.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Southwoods Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Southwoods is a 1,886 square feet unit starting from $2,750 at The Flats at West Glen.
What is the average size for Southwoods Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Southwoods is currently at 825 sq ft.
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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