Pine Ridge Apartments - Unclaimed

Southwestern Hills occupies the hilly southwest side of Des Moines, with residential streets, wooded pockets and open spaces giving it a quieter feel than the city center. The area experiences four distinct seasons, including cold winters and warm summers. Gray’s Lake Park, just northeast of the neighborhood, offers a lake loop, trails and outdoor recreation; nearby greenways add options for walking and biking. Local errands and coffee runs are generally easiest by car, while downtown Des Moines is a short drive away for a wider range of restaurants, shops, arts and nightlife. The neighborhood’s setting combines access to city amenities with a more relaxed, green landscape. For the Southwestern Hills neighborhood, the median rent is $956 per month, with a typical range of $650 to $2,200, based on 12 active listings.