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The average rent in Watrous South, Des Moines, as of June 2026, is flat compared to last month but up 1% year-over-year.
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$675
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5d+ ago
Watrous South house for rent in Des Moines
1 bed
1 bath
$1,095
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Available Mar 9
5d+ ago
Watrous South apartment for rent in Des Moines
939 Kenyon Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
In-unit laundry | Carpet
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,350
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Available Nov 30
1h ago
Watrous South apartment for rent in Des Moines
1000 Randolph St #B, Des Moines, IA 50315
Garage parking
1 bed
0 baths
$1,025
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15h ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$765–$1,040
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5d+ ago
Watrous South house for rent in Des Moines
1 bed
1 bath
$895
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On-Site Laundry
In-Unit Laundry
Outdoor Space
Hardwood Floor
5d+ ago
Watrous South house for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$1,025
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5d+ ago
Watrous South house for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$1,075
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5d+ ago
Watrous South house for rent in Des Moines
1012 Carrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$1,700
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Available May 23
5d+ ago
Watrous South house for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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Available Apr 23
5d+ ago
Fort Des Moines apartment for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$910
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5d+ ago
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4201 Sw 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor
4 beds
1.5 baths
$1,850
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Available Jun 7
5d+ ago
Grays Lake apartment for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$1,095
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Available May 13
5d+ ago
Grays Lake condo for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Condo for rent
Available Mar 16
5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$890
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7h ago
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$785–$1,150
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$745–$850
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2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$675–$750
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22h ago
House for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$995
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Available Jun 8
22h ago
House for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$995
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Available Jun 8
5d+ ago
House for rent in Des Moines
7440 Southview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher
3 beds
1 bath
$1,525
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Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Des Moines
3 beds
1 bath
$1,325
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3d ago
House for rent in Des Moines
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,195
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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Available May 1
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$750–$960
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One-bedroom apartments in Watrous South average around $860 per month in 2025. These units remained relatively stable with minimal year-over-year change from 2024.
Two-bedroom apartments in Watrous South average around $1,100 per month in 2025. Rent for these units climbed 6.5% from the previous year.
Three-bedroom apartments in Watrous South average around $1,600 per month in 2025. These units saw the largest increase at 9.6% year over year from 2024.
Watrous South's rental market averaged around $950 per month across all property types in 2025, up 6.9% year over year. July has the highest rent in this Des Moines neighborhood, about 22% higher than March, so renters with flexible timing may find better pricing in early spring.
Apartments in Watrous South average around 681 sqft across all unit types. One-bedroom units average 536 sqft, two-bedrooms average 732 sqft, three-bedrooms average 1,123 sqft, and studios average 465 sqft.
Watrous South, a neighborhood in Des Moines, sees about 6 two-bedroom listings available per month on average. Two-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in this area.
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.
Studio apartments have averaged about 1 listing per month in Watrous South. These units are the least common rental type available in this Des Moines neighborhood.
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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