
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Windsor Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (18 Rentals)
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Windsor Heights, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Windsor Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Heights Studio Apartments | $718 | $599 | $820 |
| Windsor Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $998 | $780 | $2,369 |
| Windsor Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,109 | $825 | $1,500 |
| Windsor Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,239 | $1,105 | $1,297 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Windsor Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio,1BA | $736 |
| Country Club Village Apartments | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Olde English Village | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Windsor Heights, IA
As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Windsor Heights area is the $1.55 price per square foot The Windsor 2 Bed Interior Unit Model at The Windsor - Windsor Heights in the in the Windsor Heights neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Windsor Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Crest Manor starting at $895 with a $1.05 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windsor - Windsor Heights | The Windsor 2 Bed Interior Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Crest Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Park West Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Olde English Village | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Keystone on 8th | 5A | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Windsor Square by Broadmoor | Oxford | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Country Club Village Apartments | ADA 1-Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio ,1BA | $1.31 |
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWindsor Heights, Des Moines, IA
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Windsor Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Windsor Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Windsor Heights is under $1,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Windsor Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Windsor Heights is Country Club Village Apartments which is listed at $815, while the average apartment in Windsor Heights costs $1,201.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Windsor Heights?
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 13 regular apartments in Windsor Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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