Cheap Homes for Rent in Westwood Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA from $700 (16 Rentals)

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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 Ankeny Park Apartments 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
Ankeny Park Apartments1B1B1BR,1BA$700
114 NW College Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$725
Cozy 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom in Prime Ankeny Location - $99 Deposit & Rent Special2 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 June 06, 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 Two Bedroom Model at Prairie Lakes starting at $1,326 with a $1.34 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
Prairie LakesTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.34
Pine MeadowsB1 Renovated2BR,1BA$1.32
Cozy 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom in Prime Ankeny Location - $99 Deposit & Rent Special2 BD Legacy2BR,1BA$1.06
Brick Towne at Signature Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
114 NW College Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.32
Ankeny Park Apartments1B1B1BR,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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Westwood, Ankeny, IA

Ranked #18

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Westwood

What type of rentals are currently available in Westwood?

There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in Westwood, IA with pricing that ranges from $675 to $6,942. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Westwood ranging from $725 to $2,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Westwood?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Westwood ranges from $725 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,488.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.