
Apartments for Rent in the Waterbury Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (356 Rentals)


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Imperial Grand Prix

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Village on Grand

The Drake

Lofts on 34th

Forest Avenue Village

Windsor Chateau Apartments

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Ingersoll Towers

Grand Colony

Deer Ridge

The Acacia

Forest Ave Townhomes

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Alta Casa

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Hickman One

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3420 Kingman Blvd, Unit B2

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3120 Cottage Grove Ave

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2921 High St, Unit 2917 High Apt.#1

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560 29th St

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4009 University Ave, Unit #3

1231 46th St
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1322 Randall Pl

4009 University Ave, Unit 3

4010 University

3607 Ingersoll Ave, Unit 2

417 44th St, Unit 28

1042 56th St, Unit 5106

3607 Ingersoll Ave

3607 Ingersoll Ave

1525 32nd St, Unit 1

3607 Ingersoll Ave, Unit 3000-3103
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3607 Ingersoll Ave, Unit 2-2101

3607 Ingersoll Ave

3607 Ingersoll Ave, Unit 1000-1308

1829 48th St, Unit #4

1144 Polk Blvd, Unit 3

544 36th St, Unit 2

544 36th St, Unit 3

1617 34th St, Unit 22005

1306 34th St

1300 34th St
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Waterbury, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterbury?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterbury Studio Apartments | $785 | $595 | $975 |
| Waterbury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $991 | $695 | $2,628 |
| Waterbury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,065 | $775 | $2,884 |
| Waterbury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,426 | $1,070 | $1,734 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Waterbury?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,340 | $1,075 | $1,895 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,797 | $1,595 | $1,995 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,848 | $1,650 | $1,995 |
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Best Local Schools in Waterbury, Des Moines, IA
Hanawalt Elementary
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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, July 27, 2026, there are currently 356 available Waterbury apartments priced from $595 to $2,884, with an average monthly rent of $1,026.
How much are Studio apartments in Waterbury?
There are currently 164 Studio Apartments in Waterbury with rent ranges from $595 to $975 with an average price of $785.
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 $2,628 with an average monthly rent of $991.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterbury cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Waterbury range from $775 to $2,884. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,065.
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 $1,734 - averaging $1,426 for the location.
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