Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waveland Woods Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (78 Rentals)

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Uplift Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Uplift Manor

2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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3809 University Ave
Studio Apartments

3809 University Ave

3809 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Winona
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Winona

527 40th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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Ingersoll Park
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Ingersoll Park

4906 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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The Eddy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Eddy

1120 Polk BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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University West
2 Bedroom Apartments

University West

4010 UniversityDes Moines, IA 50311
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Hickman House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickman House

2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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Grand Prix Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Prix Apartments

3205 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Roosevelt Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Roosevelt Manor

4223 Chamberlain DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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4314 University Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4314 University Ave

4314 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Chetwynd Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chetwynd Apartments

3519 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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University Park Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Park Place

3725-3727 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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543 53rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

543 53rd St

543 53rd StDes Moines, IA 50312
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5008 Ingersoll Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5008 Ingersoll Ave

5008 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Windsor Chateau
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Chateau

1250 73rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Waveland Woods Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waveland Woods area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 priced from $625. Urban Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Waveland Woods apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607StudioStudio,1BA$625
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
The AcaciaStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$647
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
Lenox PropertiesGreenwood AStudio,1BA$675
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710
Imperial Grand PrixGrand Prix StudioStudio,1BA$720
Windsor Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waveland Woods, IA

As of October 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waveland Woods area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 BR/ 1 BA Furnished Model at 3612 Ingersoll Ave in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Waveland Woods apartment is the 2107 52nd St Model at 2107 52nd St, Unit 2017 starting at $1,100 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Merle Hay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waveland Woods apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3612 Ingersoll Ave2 BR/ 1 BA Furnished2BR,1BA$0.94
2107 52nd St, Unit 20172107 52nd St2BR,1.5BA$1.10
3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit Apt 23120 Cottage Grove Ave1BR,1BA$0.84
Clover HillsB2 Classic2BR,1.5BA$0.97
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 BD Oak2BR,1BA$0.94
Robin Hill2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.06
Crest Manor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
Park West Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.18
The 4220 Grand ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Chad Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #33

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.com compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings 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 filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Waveland Woods Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

34 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waveland Woods Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Waveland Woods?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waveland Woods is under $725.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waveland Woods?

The cheapest apartment in Waveland Woods is Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Waveland Woods costs $1,397.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waveland Woods?

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 12 regular apartments in Waveland Woods 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 Waveland Woods?

Cheap apartments in Waveland Woods have an average cost of $123 which is $1,274 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waveland Woods.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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