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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Off street parking
  • Vinyl flooring, living room, kitchen

Location

2701 Sw 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50321, USA|Southwestern Hills
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Management

Stanbrough Realty Company LLC

Leasing office

(515) 334-3345

Property Overview

1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month offers strong value with a 7.7/10 expert rating, standout location, and a 100th-percentile value-for-money score. It includes on-site laundry, off-street parking, vinyl flooring, a living room, and a kitchen, with convenient access to public transit, grocery options, and a nearby middle school.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath650+ sqft$650–$745 /mo5 units availableGreat 1 Bedroom apartment

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Amenities for 1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Property details

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About 1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month

HomeApartments in Des MoinesSouthwestern Hills 1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month

Welcome to Bell Terrace Apartments - located close to the downtown and south side area of Des Moines! Many things to do around these parts of Des Moines. Pictures of this unit does no justice as the kitchen and living room are vinyl flooring and the bedroom is carpeted. With a 2-minute walk to Grays Lake, you'll love to call Bell Terrace your home! -$725/month -Laundry on-site -Pets allowed (2 per-household) -Off street parking Call us today to schedule a tour! 515-334-3345


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good
1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Southwestern Hills. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 miles away

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Southwestern Hills

1-bedroom apartments at 1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Southwestern Hills.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Southwestern Hills
Des Moines
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$963
December 2024$1,007
January 2025$1,018
February 2025$983
March 2025$949
April 2025$895
May 2025$915
June 2025$918
July 2025$876
August 2025$870
September 2025$870
October 2025$855
November 2025$848
December 2025$865
January 2026$870
February 2026$870
March 2026$870
April 2026$871
May 2026$874
June 2026$870
July 2026$846
August 2026$826
September 2026$820
October 2026$820
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Southwestern Hills
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$868
December 2024$900
January 2025$900
February 2025$899
March 2025$900
April 2025$911
May 2025$919
June 2025$907
July 2025$908
August 2025$903
September 2025$917
October 2025$919
November 2025$913
December 2025$900
January 2026$868
February 2026$850
March 2026$861
April 2026$859
May 2026$906
June 2026$909
July 2026$922
August 2026$925
September 2026$906
October 2026$871

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$26,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $26,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $650.
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Schools near 1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month

Park Avenue Elementary School

3141 sw 9th st

des moines, IA, 50315

K-5Public
C-

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Southwestern Hills | Des Moines, IA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Des Moines near 2701 Sw 23rd St

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2701 Sw 23rd St, Des Moines

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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