
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westwood Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA from $525 (21 Rentals)
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2003-2005 W 1st St

Prairie Lakes

Trestle Corner Townhomes

Pine Meadows

Applewood Properties

113 NW College Ave
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218 NW State St

310 NW Chapel Dr

Trestle Crossing Condos

114 NW College Ave

1810 W 1st St

217 Northwest College Ave

Ankeny Acres
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Westwood, Ankeny, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $842 | $675 | $915 |
| Westwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $900 | $1,750 |
| Westwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $1,453 | $1,522 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Westwood Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA.
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Cheapest Available Westwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westwood area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 114 NW College Ave priced from $725. 110 NW College Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Westwood apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 114 NW College Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 110 NW College Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 105 NW College Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| 1624 NW 5th Street | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Brick Towne at Signature Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westwood, IA
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westwood area is the $1.34 price per square foot TCT 2 Bed Non-Deck Interior Model at Trestle Corner Townhomes in the in the Georgetown neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Westwood apartment is the Trestle Crossing Condos 2-Bed, 2-Bath Model at Trestle Crossing Condos starting at $1,425 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Georgetown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trestle Corner Townhomes | TCT 2 Bed Non-Deck Interior | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
| Trestle Crossing Condos | Trestle Crossing Condos 2-Bed, 2-Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| 1083 NW Greenwood St, Unit 1083 | 1083 NW Greenwood St | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Applewood Properties | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Prairie Lakes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| 218 NW State St | 2 BD Legacy | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Brick Towne at Signature Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 114 NW College Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 110 NW College Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 105 NW College Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westwood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Westwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Westwood Apartment is $725 at 114 NW College Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Westwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Westwood is starting from $845 at 218 NW State St.
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