Apartments for Rent in the Waterbury Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (355 Rentals)

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

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

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property at 1212 62nd St
$1,495

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Base Rent$1,495
Total Monthly Price$1,495
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 19

1212 62nd St

Des MoinesIA50311
property at 1231 46th St
$1,650

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Base Rent$1,650
Total Monthly Price$1,650
4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
Luxury

1231 46th St

Des MoinesIA50311
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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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property at 4115 Kingman Blvd
$1,250

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Base Rent$1,250
Total Monthly Price$1,250
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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4115 Kingman Blvd, Unit 1

4115 Kingman Blvd
Des MoinesIA50311
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property at 2300 Beaver Ave
$950
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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2300 Beaver Ave

Des MoinesIA50310
property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$695
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Sep 11
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$695
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$695
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 544 36th St
$1,500
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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544 36th St

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$745
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
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property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$745
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 1617 34th St
$1,075
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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1617 34th St

Des MoinesIA50310
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$695
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Now
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$745
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Sep 11
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 3607 Ingersoll Ave
$695
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Sep 11
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3607 Ingersoll Ave

Des MoinesIA50312
property at 1260 34th St
$825 - $1,565
2 To 4 Bedroom Rentals
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1260 34th St

Des MoinesIA50311
property at 1612 62nd St
$1,595
2 Bedroom Rentals
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1612 62nd St

Des MoinesIA50322

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Waterbury, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Des Moines, Iowa. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with children, location matters. This neighborhood is a leading residential submarket for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to highly-rated education opportunities.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like parks and greenspace? this residential area is a highly-rated neighborhood for having the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This area of town has emerged as one of the best-regarded luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, gardens, nearby parks, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

This part of Des Moines is known as amongst the finest submarkets for families with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Waterbury

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Waterbury area of Des Moines, IA?

As of today, September 10, 2026, there are currently 355 available Waterbury apartments priced from $595 to $2,500, with an average monthly rent of $1,021.

How much are Studio apartments in Waterbury?

There are currently 162 Studio Apartments in Waterbury with rent ranges from $595 to $900 with an average price of $711.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Waterbury Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Waterbury ranges from $695 to $2,057 with an average monthly rent of $996.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterbury cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Waterbury range from $795 to $2,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,094.

How expensive are Waterbury Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 31 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Waterbury on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,070 to $1,776 - averaging $1,331 for the location.

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

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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.