Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westwood Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA from $500 (41 Rentals)

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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201 SW State St

AnkenyIA50023
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306 NW State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

306 NW State St

306 NW State StAnkeny, IA 50023
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Mark III Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mark III Apartments

2101 W 1st StAnkeny, IA 50023
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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218 NW State St
2 Bedroom Apartments

218 NW State St

218 NW State StAnkeny, IA 50023
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310 NW Chapel Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

310 NW Chapel Dr

310 NW Chapel DrAnkeny, IA 50023
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Pine Tree Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Tree Flats

1713 NW Pine RdAnkeny, IA 50023
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Trestle Crossing
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Trestle Crossing

2845 NW 20th LnAnkeny, IA 50023
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Westwood, Ankeny, IA Local Guide

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 2003-2005 W 1st St priced from $700. 114 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2003-2005 W 1st St1B1B1BR,1BA$700
114 NW College Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$725
218 NW State St2 BD Legacy2BR,1BA$845
Applewood PropertiesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$875
Brick Towne at Signature Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westwood, IA

As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westwood area is the $0.87 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Applewood Properties in the in the Georgetown neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value Westwood apartment is the 2 BD Legacy Model at 218 NW State St starting at $845 with a $1.06 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Applewood PropertiesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.87
218 NW State St2 BD Legacy2BR,1BA$1.06
Brick Towne at Signature Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
114 NW College Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.32
2003-2005 W 1st St1B1B1BR,1BA$1.28
106 NW College Ave, Unit 1106 NW College Ave1BR,1BA$1.45

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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Westwood, 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 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 $700 at 2003-2005 W 1st St.

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.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.