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Waywin Acres, Ankeny, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Waywin Acres Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waywin Acres area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lake Shore Park priced from $756. Timberland at Crestbruck has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Waywin Acres apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lake Shore ParkA11BR,1BA$756
Timberland at CrestbruckOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$795
Belmont Manor2 BR Central Air Balcony2BR,1BA$795
Trailside Apartments1 Bedroom 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$825
Village on State2BD LL2BR,1BA$845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waywin Acres, IA

As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waywin Acres area is the $0.77 price per square foot Four bed Model at Prairie Trails in the in the Hayes Acres neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Waywin Acres apartment is the Elm St - 2-Story Unfinished Basement Model at Elm St Villas starting at $2,350 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Hayes Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waywin Acres apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Prairie TrailsFour bed4BR,3BA$0.77
Elm St VillasElm St - 2-Story Unfinished Basement3BR,3BA$1.10
Prairie LakesThree Bedroom B3BR,2BA$1.04
Prairie Pointe Student Living3 Bdrm Townhome3BR,3BA$0.52
Tradition Pointe2Bdrm - 1103 Building (B)2BR,2BA$1.22
Lake Shore PlaceC13BR,2BA$1.07
Windsor Village Phase 1WV 2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.15
Village on State2BD LL2BR,1BA$1.06
Belmont Manor2 BR Central Air Balcony2BR,1BA$1.16
Lake Shore ParkA11BR,1BA$1.12

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Waywin Acres, Ankeny, IA

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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Waywin Acres

What type of rentals are currently available in Waywin Acres?

There are currently 111 Apartments for Rent in Waywin Acres, IA with pricing that ranges from $655 to $2,500. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waywin Acres ranging from $950 to $2,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waywin Acres?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waywin Acres ranges from $950 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,680.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Waywin Acres?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Waywin Acres range from $685 to $2,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,375 to $2,045. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $655.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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