Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waveland Woods Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (75 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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1069 33rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1069 33rd St

1069 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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4314 University Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4314 University Ave

4314 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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3519 University Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3519 University Ave

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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5008 Ingersoll Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5008 Ingersoll Ave

5008 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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543 53rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

543 53rd St

543 53rd StDes Moines, IA 50312
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Twin Oaks Residences
2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Oaks Residences

6315-6319 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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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 Urban Heights priced from $599. The View On Hickman 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
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$599
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
The AcaciaStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$647
Lenox PropertiesGreenwood AStudio,1BA$650
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607StudioStudio,1BA$675
The DrakeB31BR,1BA$695
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$749
1/2 OFF 1ST MONTHS RENT!!! APPLY TODAY CHAD ESTATES1 bedroom1BR,1BA$765

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waveland Woods, IA

As of January 28, 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 Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Waveland Woods apartment is the Riley Model at Ingersoll Towers starting at $906 with a $0.85 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
Ingersoll TowersRiley2BR,2BA$0.85
Park West Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.09
West Glen ApartmentsB1 Classic2BR,1.5BA$0.92
Clover HillsB1 Classic2BR,1.5BA$0.92
Crest Manor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
Comfortable living minutes from Merle Hay Mall!2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Windsor Chateau Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.12
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale1 BR Oak1BR,1BA$1.13
1/2 OFF 1ST MONTHS RENT!!! APPLY TODAY CHAD ESTATES1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.18

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Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA

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

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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!

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 $765.

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

The cheapest apartment in Waveland Woods is The Drake which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Waveland Woods costs $1,685.

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 $105 which is $1,580 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waveland Woods.

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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 Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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