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FREE 2nd Month's Rent When You Apply Within 24 Hours of Your Tour at Weston Park Apartments! - Photo 1 of 1

10h ago

8.8

Very good

1–2 beds

1 bath

$799–$1,050

Price dropped
The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
3D tour

5d+ ago

9.4

Excellent

The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments

2270 Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking

1–2 beds

1 bath

$899–$1,150

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
Park Avenue by Broadmoor - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

4d ago

8.6

Very good

Park Avenue by Broadmoor

4400 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$980–$1,460

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
The Pointe on Fleur Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

7h ago

8.6

Very good

The Pointe on Fleur Apartments

2800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321

2 beds

1 bath

$750

Finn Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

15h ago

8.6

Very good

Finn Apartments

2221 Stanton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

Fitness center | Outdoor space

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$795–$1,095

1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month - Photo 1 of 1

17h ago

7.7

Very good

1 bed, 1 bath - $695/month

2701 Sw 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50321

1 bed

1 bath

$650–$745

Price dropped

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Walk-In Closets

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Dishwasher

Stanton Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.5

Very good

Stanton Apartments

2200 Stanton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

Fireplace | Carpet

1–2 beds

1 bath

$900–$950

3414 Sw 42nd St #3414 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Southwestern Hills apartment for rent in Des Moines

3414 Sw 42nd St #3414, Des Moines, IA 50321

In-unit laundry | On-site management | Business center

2 beds

1 bath

$1,095

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
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3424 Sw 42nd St #3424 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Southwestern Hills townhouse for rent in Des Moines

3424 Sw 42nd St #3424, Des Moines, IA 50321

In-unit laundry | Storage | Carpet

2 beds

1 bath

$1,095

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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209 Olinda Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Indianola Hills house for rent in Des Moines

3 beds

1 bath

$1,495

215 Leland Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Fort Des Moines house for rent in Des Moines

1534 Woodland Ave #B1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Sherman Hill apartment for rent in Des Moines

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat

1 bed

1 bath

$795

3810 Sw 3rd St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Des Moines

2BR/1.0BA

3810 Sw 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50315

In-unit laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$995

400 Walnut St #301 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Des Moines condo for rent in Des Moines

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Fitness center

2 beds

2 baths

$2,250

1112 Geil Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Des Moines

Find sweet deals near Southwestern Hills

These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

Windsor Terrace Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

8h ago

8.5

Very good

Windsor Terrace Apartments

3333 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$900–$960

The Des Moines Building - Photo 1 of 1

18h ago

8.6

Very good

The Des Moines Building

405 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

On-site laundry | Fitness center | Storage

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$810–$1,295

Civic Center Court Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9.2

Excellent

Civic Center Court Apartments

200 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Outdoor space

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$800–$900

905 Emma Ave #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Watrous South house for rent in Des Moines

$995 - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom House In Des Moines With Great Amenities

905 Emma Ave #NA, Des Moines, IA 50315

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$995

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
1831 Fuller Rd #20 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in West Des Moines

1831 Fuller Rd #20, West Des Moines, IA 50265

On-site laundry | Concierge service | Package service

2 beds

2 baths

$795

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
Silvers/Winchester 224 5th St - Photo 1 of 1

1h ago

8.3

Very good

Silvers/Winchester 224 5th St

224 5th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

On-site laundry

Studio

1 bath

$740

4th Street Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.3

Very good

4th Street Apartments

229 4th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

1 bed

1 bath

$820

Winona - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

Winona

527 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50312

1–2 beds

1 bath

$810–$895

The Equitable Building - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
Rent special

8h ago

9.4

Excellent

The Equitable Building

604 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,225–$2,426

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
423 Sw 12th St - Photo 1 of 1

15h ago

Downtown Des Moines townhouse for rent in Des Moines

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry

3 beds

2.5 baths

$2,725

Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.
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Updated: October 21, 2026

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Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA apartments for rent

Renting in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA at a glance

As of today, Southwestern Hills' average rent price is $1,050 per month.

Average rent

$1,050

Rentals, last 30 days

22

Rent by unit type
SizeValueYoY
All bedrooms$1,050N/A
1 bedroom$857N/A
2 bedroom$1,049N/A
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Why Southwestern Hills, Des Moines is a great place to live

Southwestern Hills in Des Moines is a neighborhood that aligns well with renters who prioritize social life and fitness wellness. The area's social scene benefits from its well-designed street infrastructure, a diverse age distribution among residents, frequent transit options, a strong safety record, and an abundance of shared community spaces. For those focused on fitness and wellness, many apartments here offer amenities such as onsite pools and spas, fully equipped gyms, regular health and wellness events, and even thoughtful features like soundproofing and low VOC materials. Balconies and patios are also common, providing private outdoor spaces. Overall, Southwestern Hills supports an active, community-oriented lifestyle that also nurtures personal health and well-being.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average apartment size in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA?

Based on our current listings, apartments in Southwestern Hills average around 818 sqft across all unit types, with one-bedrooms at approximately 696 sqft and two-bedrooms running larger at about 879 sqft.

What type of apartment is most common in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA?

Based on Zumper's current listings, two-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA, with about 14 listings available monthly.

What type of apartment is least common inSouthwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA?

Three-bedroom apartments have averaged about 3 listings per month in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA, making them the least common rental type in the neighborhood.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.

Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.

Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.

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Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA rental availability
🔑Available apartment rentals25
💰Best rent deal2701 Sw 23rd St
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