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Ingersoll Park Studios
3323 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Lenox Properties
4215 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Beaverdale Housing LLC
1417 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Windsor Terrace Apartments
3333 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Hampton House Apartments
4200 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Imperial Grand Prix
3407 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Forest Avenue Village
3201 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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3612 Ingersoll Ave
3612 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
1334 32nd St
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Harsunvest HKM - 5902-5906 Hickman Rd
5902 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
1137 44th St
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3612 Ingersoll Ave
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2300 Beaver Ave
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1250 73rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Twin Oaks Residences
6315-6319 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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Ingersoll Towers
3662 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Franklin Court Apartments
4925 Franklin AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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Windsor Square by Broadmoor
900 65th StDes Moines, IA 50324
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Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607
3607 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Normandy Terrace Apartments
1800 Grand AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The View On Hickman
7625 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Clover Hills Apartments
708 13th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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1200 Office Park RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265
Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waveland Woods?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waveland Woods Studio Apartments | $778 | $625 | $1,000 |
| Waveland Woods 1 Bedroom Apartments | $979 | $695 | $2,419 |
| Waveland Woods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,146 | $795 | $3,236 |
| Waveland Woods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,040 | $1,728 |
| Waveland Woods 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $1,420 | $1,555 |
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There are currently 75 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waveland Woods Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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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 Studios priced from $625. 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 Woods apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ingersoll Park Studios | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Lenox Properties | Drake | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Hampton House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| Windsor Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Chad Estates | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waveland Woods, IA
As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waveland Woods area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2 BR/ 1 BA Furnished Model at 3612 Ingersoll Ave in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Waveland Woods apartment is the 809 14th St Model at 809 14th St, Unit Bide-A-While starting at $1,399 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Golf & Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waveland Woods apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3612 Ingersoll Ave | 2 BR/ 1 BA Furnished | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 809 14th St, Unit Bide-A-While | 809 14th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Crest Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Park West Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Harsunvest HKM - 5902-5906 Hickman Rd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Urban Green Apartments | 1 BR Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Olde English Village | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Village on Grand | 1 B 1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Chad Estates | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Best Local Schools in Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA
Windsor Elementary
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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?
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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 $765.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waveland Woods?
The cheapest apartment in Waveland Woods is Lenox Properties which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Waveland Woods costs $1,437.
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 9 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 $118 which is $1,319 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waveland Woods.
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