
Cheap Homes for Rent in Waveland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (8 Rentals)
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Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Waveland Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Waveland Park 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,319 | $825 | $2,400 |
Waveland Park 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,757 | $1,150 | $2,200 |
Waveland Park 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waveland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Waveland Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waveland Park area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Clover Creek priced from $547. Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Waveland Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Clover Creek | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $547 |
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Lenox Properties | Greenwood A | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waveland Park, IA
As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waveland Park 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 Waveland Park 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 Waveland Park 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 |
Ingersoll Flats | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
The 4220 Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom Large | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
The Birch (Douglas Terrace) | Classic 2-Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Park West Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Harsunvest HKM - 5902-5906 Hickman Rd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Nelson LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Chad Estates | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waveland Park
What type of rentals are currently available in Waveland Park?
There are currently 399 Apartments for Rent in Waveland Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $547 to $2,907. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waveland Park ranging from $655 to $2,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waveland Park?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waveland Park ranges from $655 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,422.
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