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939 Kenyon Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Watrous South apartment for rent in Des Moines

Large 2 Bedroom Duplex with Possible 3rd Bedroom 2nd Bath in Walk Out Basement

939 Kenyon Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

In-unit laundry | Carpet

3 beds

1.5 baths

$1,350

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

2d ago

8.1

Very good

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

1800 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

1–2 beds

1 bath

$810–$1,070

900 Elder Ln - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9.1

Excellent

900 Elder Ln

900 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315

1 bed

1 bath

$645

4922 Sw 14th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Watrous South condo for rent in Des Moines

4922 Sw 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

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

2 beds

1 bath

$950

1234 Herold Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Watrous South house for rent in Des Moines

1234 Herold Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Concierge service

3 beds

2 baths

$1,795

1211 Lewis Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Watrous South house for rent in Des Moines

1211 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

On-site laundry | Carpet | Concierge service

1 bed

1 bath

$1,000

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1321 Army Post Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Watrous South house for rent in Des Moines

1321 Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315

On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan

2 beds

1 bath

$1,100

332 Mckinley Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Fort Des Moines apartment for rent in Des Moines

2 Bedroom 1 Bath Duplex with Egress Window in Full Basement

332 Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

In-unit laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,095

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1210 West St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Des Moines

1210 West St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Concierge service

1 bed

1 bath

$675

4800 Sw 3rd St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Fort Des Moines apartment for rent in Des Moines

2 Bedroom 1 Bath Duplex with Egress Window in Full Basement

4800 Sw 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50315

In-unit laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,095

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4201 Sw 9th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Des Moines

Large 4 bedroom home with Attached Garage

4201 Sw 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor

4 beds

1.5 baths

$1,525

Quarters on 9th - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

Very good

Quarters on 9th

5209 Sw 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$650–$850

Southern Park Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

49m ago

8.5

Very good

Southern Park Apartments

810 Payton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1 bath

$750–$850

Finn Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

21h ago

8.3

Very good

Finn Apartments

2221 Stanton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

Fitness center | Outdoor space

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$885–$1,145

5601-5603 Southwest 7th Street - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

7.9

Very good

5601-5603 Southwest 7th Street

5601 Sw 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$1,295

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3810 Sw 3rd St - Photo 1 of 1

1m 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

$1,195

7106 Sw 16th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Des Moines

121 Thornton Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Des Moines

2 beds

1 bath

$1,500

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MY - 1106 Virginia Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.3

Very good

MY - 1106 Virginia Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$945

The Hampton Meadows - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.1

Very good

The Hampton Meadows

6514 Chaffee Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315

1–2 beds

1 bath

$750–$960

LIMITED TIME OFFER!! WAIVED APPLICATION FEES, ONE MONTH RENT FREE (1/2 off the 1st month and 2nd month) - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.3

Very good

2–3 beds

2 baths

$725–$825

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The Pointe on Fleur Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9.2

Excellent

The Pointe on Fleur Apartments

2800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321

2 beds

1 bath

$750

5501 S Union St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Fort Des Moines house for rent in Des Moines

Great 4 BR 2 Bath Southside Home with Full Finished Basement

5501 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space

4 beds

2 baths

$1,975

The Oaks - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.1

Very good

The Oaks

6209 Se 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

1 bed

1 bath

$875

1 bed, 1 bath Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.3

Very good

1 bed, 1 bath Apartments

4221 Se 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

1 bed

1 bath

$650–$675

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Updated: September 10, 2026

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Watrous South, Des Moines, IA apartments for rent

Renting in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA at a glance

As of today, Watrous South's median rent price is $1,023 per month.

Median rent

$1,023

Rentals, last 30 days

18

Rent by unit type
SizeValueYoY
All bedrooms$1,023N/A
1 bedroom$885N/A
2 bedroom$1,100N/A
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Why Watrous South, Des Moines is a great place to live

Watrous South is a top choice for renters prioritizing social living in Des Moines. According to 2024 data, the neighborhood's strong social life score is attributed to its convenient transit frequency, well-maintained street infrastructure, and balanced neighborhood age distribution. Additionally, its walk score and safety features make it an ideal location for those who value easy access to local spots and a secure community. Overall, Watrous South offers a great blend of connectivity and community, making it an attractive option for renters seeking a vibrant social lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Watrous South, Des Moines average around $880/month, up 0.8% year over year.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, two-bedroom apartments in Watrous South, Des Moines average approximately $1,070/month, up 0.9% year over year.

What is the average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, three-bedroom apartments in Watrous South, Des Moines average around $1,440/month, down 8.6% year over year.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, Watrous South apartments in Des Moines average around $970/month across all property types, up 6.4% year over year. July sees the highest rents, running about 21.5% higher than March pricing.

What is the average apartment size in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

Based on our current listings, apartments in Watrous South, Des Moines average around 675 sqft across all unit types, with three-bedrooms running largest at approximately 1,091 sqft.

What type of apartment is most common in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

Based on Zumper's current listings, two-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Watrous South, Des Moines, with about 7 listings available monthly out of approximately 16 total units.

What type of apartment is least common inWatrous South, Des Moines, IA?

Based on our current listings data, studio apartments are the least common rental type in Watrous South, Des Moines, with about 1 listing available monthly.

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.

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