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4001 EP True PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Southwoods, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Southwoods?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwoods 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,548 | $1,450 | $1,600 |
| Southwoods 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $2,550 | $2,650 |
| Southwoods 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,772 | $2,695 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwoods Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Southwoods Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwoods area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Briarwood Grand Apartments priced from $810. Chapel Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Southwoods apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarwood Grand Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Chapel Ridge | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwoods, IA
As of July 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwoods area is the $1.02 price per square foot Bedford Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $1,905. The second greatest value Southwoods apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA Model at Brookside Condo starting at $1,545 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Sun Prairie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwoods apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes | Bedford | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.02 |
| Brookside Condo | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
| Fountains Apartments | The Buckingham | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Polo Club Apartments | Creekside | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Boulder Ridge Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Fairmeadows Village-55+ Rental Community | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Eastwood on Grand | JC_B Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Carriage Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Element at Valley West | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Briarwood Grand Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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There are currently 91 Apartments for Rent in Southwoods, IA with pricing that ranges from $744 to $2,750. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwoods ranging from $1,450 to $2,850.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwoods ranges from $1,450 to $2,850 with an average monthly rent of $2,306.
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