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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterbury Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (66 Rentals)
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from $692Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Imperial Grand Prix
3407 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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from $699Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hampton House Apartments
4200 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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from $710Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Beaverdale Housing LLC
1417 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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from $725Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Windsor Terrace Apartments
3333 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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from $7751 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Four Seasons Apartments
3003 Woodland AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Forest Avenue Village
3201 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Inglewood Apartments
2903 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Hamilton Apartments
2825 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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River Oaks Apartments
6010 Creston AveDes Moines, IA 50321
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Harsunvest HKM - 5902-5906 Hickman Rd
5902 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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from $845Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 18
3000 Grand Apartments
3000 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
4010 University
Des MoinesIA50311
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Franklin Court Apartments
4925 Franklin AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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2813 Cottage Grove Ave
2813 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Spacious Windsor Heights apartment community!
1250 73rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607
3607 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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from $599Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Urban Heights
7631 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Park West Apartments
1155 Office Park RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The View On Hickman
7625 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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 | $728 | $599 | $1,045 |
| Waterbury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $945 | $695 | $2,308 |
| Waterbury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,054 | $795 | $2,907 |
| Waterbury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,296 | $1,040 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waterbury Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Waterbury Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterbury area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Urban Heights priced from $599. Ingersoll Park Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Waterbury apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| Ingersoll Park Studios | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| Hampton House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| Grand Colony Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Windsor Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterbury, IA
As of July 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterbury area is the $0.82 price per square foot 2 bed Model at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave in the in the Drake Park neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Waterbury apartment is the 2107 52nd St Model at 2107 52nd St, Unit 2017 starting at $1,150 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Merle Hay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterbury apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2813 Cottage Grove Ave | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 2107 52nd St, Unit 2017 | 2107 52nd St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Hamilton Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale | 2 BD Oak | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| The 4220 Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom Large | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| Harsunvest HKM - 5902-5906 Hickman Rd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Nelson LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Village on Grand | 1 B 1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Waterbury, Des Moines, IA
Hanawalt Elementary
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (333)
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Iowa and customized analysis for Western Des Moines, IA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Waterbury Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
25 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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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 $730.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waterbury?
The cheapest apartment in Waterbury is Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Waterbury costs $1,195.
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 26 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 $255 which is $940 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waterbury.
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Helpful Apartment 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.
Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.
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Written by: Marie Brown
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.