
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Waterbury Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $795 (57 Rentals)


River Oaks Apartments

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Comfortable living minutes from Merle Hay Mall!

3519 University Ave

Beaverdale Housing LLC

Franklin Court Apartments

4010 University

2813 Cottage Grove Ave
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Deer Ridge

Village on Grand

Four Seasons Apartments

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Hamilton Apartments

Imperial Grand Prix

3612 Ingersoll Ave

3000 Grand Apartments

Drake Collection

University West
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Kingman Apartments

Roosevelt Manor

The Winona

1069 33rd St

Hickman House

Grand Terrace

University Terrace Apartments

3519 University Ave

Skyloft Apartments

University Park Place
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The 4220 Grand Apartments

5008 Ingersoll Ave

Twin Oaks Residences

Windsor Terrace Apartments

Windsor Chateau

Nelson LLC

West Glen Apartments

Briarwood Grand Apartments

Bennett Grand Woods Apartments
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Normandy Terrace Apartments

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Olde English Village

Country Club Village Apartments

Park West Apartments

Cambridge Court Apartments

Regency Woods

Keystone on 8th

1241-1243 72nd St

2170 NW 82nd 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 | $703 | $595 | $950 |
| Waterbury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $934 | $695 | $2,354 |
Waterbury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $795 | $2,765 |
| Waterbury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $1,070 | $4,060 |
| Waterbury 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $1,370 | $1,370 |
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Best Local Schools in Waterbury, Des Moines, IA
Hanawalt Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterbury Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waterbury?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waterbury is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waterbury?
The cheapest apartment in Waterbury is River Oaks Apartments which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Waterbury costs $1,375.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waterbury?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 51 regular apartments in Waterbury that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Waterbury?
Cheap apartments in Waterbury have an average cost of $230 which is $1,145 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waterbury.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

