Apartments for Rent in the Waveland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (478 Rentals)

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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 1231 46th St

$1,650

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$1,650
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$1,650

4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1231 46th St

Des MoinesIA50311
property at 1322 Randall Pl

$1,400

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$1,400
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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Oct 1

1322 Randall Pl

Des MoinesIA50311
property at 3212 57th St

$1,430

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$1,430
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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3212 57th St

Des MoinesIA50310

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

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Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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

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

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #26

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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, July 27, 2026, there are currently 478 available Waveland Park apartments priced from $595 to $2,884, with an average monthly rent of $1,058.

How much are Studio apartments in Waveland Park?

There are currently 225 Studio Apartments in Waveland Park with rent ranges from $595 to $1,981 with an average price of $850.

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 $645 to $2,628 with an average monthly rent of $1,050.

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 $2,884. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,162.

How expensive are Waveland Park Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 36 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Waveland Park on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $1,734 - averaging $1,456 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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