Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Windsor Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (19 Rentals)

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Hickman House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickman House

2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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Twin Oaks Residences
2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Oaks Residences

6315-6319 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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Westridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westridge Apartments

8330 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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Executive Heights
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Executive Heights

8355 Alice AveClive, IA 50325
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Capri Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capri Apartments

8465 Clark StClive, IA 50325
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West Winds Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Winds Apartments

8190 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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2170 NW 82nd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2170 NW 82nd St

2170 NW 82nd StClive, IA 50325
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Windsor Heights, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Windsor Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Windsor Heights 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 Windsor Heights 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
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$749
Country Club Village ApartmentsAugusta1BR,1BA$825
Robin Hill1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Windsor Heights, IA

As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Windsor Heights area is the $1.57 price per square foot Windsor- 2 Bed Large Corner Unit (D2) Model at The Windsor - Windsor Heights in the in the Windsor Heights neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Windsor Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Park West Apartments starting at $1,075 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Windsor Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Windsor Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Windsor - Windsor HeightsWindsor- 2 Bed Large Corner Unit (D2)2BR,2BA$1.57
Park West Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.09
Crest Manor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
Comfortable living minutes from Merle Hay Mall!2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale1 BR Oak1BR,1BA$1.13
Olde English Village1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.26
Keystone on 8th5A1BR,1BA$1.60
Robin Hill1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.38
Country Club Village ApartmentsADA 1-Bed1BR,1BA$1.43
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio ,1BA$1.33

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Windsor Heights, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #81

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

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2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Windsor Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Windsor Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Windsor Heights is at Urban Heights listed at $599.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Windsor Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Windsor Heights Apartment is $825 at Country Club Village Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Windsor Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Windsor Heights is starting from $825 at Comfortable living minutes from Merle Hay Mall!.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.