Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waveland Woods Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (89 Rentals)

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property at 1413 63rd St

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1413 63rd St

Des MoinesIA50311
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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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Eddy Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eddy Apartments

1120 Polk BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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3607 Ingersoll Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3607 Ingersoll Ave

3607 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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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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JK Sully 1075
2 Bedroom Apartments

JK Sully 1075

1075 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1069 33rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1069 33rd St

1069 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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5902 Hickman Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

5902 Hickman Rd

5902 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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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 Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Park Apartments

3725-3727 University AveDes 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 Lenox Properties priced from $595. Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Waveland Woods apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lenox PropertiesGreenwood AStudio,1BA$595
Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+Studio - Retirement CommunityStudio,1BA$600
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
The AcaciaStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$647
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$675
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Chad Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710
Robin Hill1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$728
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$757

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waveland Woods, IA

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waveland Woods area is the $0.60 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Normandy Terrace Apartments in the in the Golf & Country Club neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Waveland Woods apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Alta Casa starting at $1,195 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines 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.
Normandy Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.60
Alta Casa2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.14
West Glen ApartmentsB1 Classic2BR,1.5BA$0.92
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2B OG2BR,1BA$1.05
Hickman OneModel A2BR,1BA$1.20
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom- Call for Specials1BR,1BA$1.11
Village on Grand1 B 1 B1BR,1BA$1.21
Regency Woods1 Bed + Fireplace | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23
Chad Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.08
Robin Hill1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.21

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Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA

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Lifestyle Ratings

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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 $757.

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

The cheapest apartment in Waveland Woods is Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+ which is listed at $640, while the average apartment in Waveland Woods costs $1,450.

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 14 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 $139 which is $1,311 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waveland Woods.

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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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.

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

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.