Apartments for Rent in the Waveland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (477 Rentals)

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2625 63rd St, Unit 2625
$1,150

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Base Rent$1,150

Total Monthly Price$1,150
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

2625 63rd St, Unit 2625

2625 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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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
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Luxury

1231 46th St

Des MoinesIA50311
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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
  • Smoke Free
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 1122 27th St
$900 - $1,300

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Base Rent$900 - $1,300

Total Monthly Price$900 - $1,300
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1122 27th St

Des MoinesIA50311
  • Smoke Free
property at 3520 37th st
$1,545

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Base Rent$1,545

Total Monthly Price$1,545
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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3520 37th st

Des MoinesIA50310

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #24

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States, including Des Moines. 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 the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have children? this residential area is known as a favorite neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, and more.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with the outdoors is something they look for when they rent. This neighborhood ranks as providing fantastic access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This section of town has emerged as one of the A-list high-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, proximity to great shopping areas, park views, easy access to green space, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, raquetball courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have dogs or cats? This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Waveland Park

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

As of today, September 10, 2026, there are currently 477 available Waveland Park apartments priced from $595 to $2,500, with an average monthly rent of $1,040.

How much are Studio apartments in Waveland Park?

There are currently 222 Studio Apartments in Waveland Park with rent ranges from $595 to $1,912 with an average price of $844.

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

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Waveland Park ranges from $675 to $2,057 with an average monthly rent of $1,053.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Waveland Park cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Waveland Park range from $745 to $2,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,184.

How expensive are Waveland Park Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 34 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Waveland Park on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $1,776 - averaging $1,385 for the location.

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