
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Windsor Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (21 Rentals)
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Hickman House

Comfortable living minutes from Merle Hay Mall!

Twin Oaks Residences

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The View On Hickman

Urban Heights

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1136 1/2 68th St, Unit 1136 12
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Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED

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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 | $743 | $625 | $821 |
| Windsor Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,103 | $695 | $2,827 |
| Windsor Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,075 | $873 | $1,550 |
| Windsor Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $1,140 | $1,563 |
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There are currently 21 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 The View On Hickman priced from $625. Park West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Windsor Heights apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio,1BA | $753 |
| Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED | 1 Bedroom- Call for Specials | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Robin Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $824 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Windsor Heights, IA
As of February 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Windsor Heights area is the $1.62 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1A Model at Keystone on 8th in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,399. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keystone on 8th | 2 Bedroom 1A | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Crest Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale | 1 BR Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED | 1 Bedroom- Call for Specials | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Olde English Village | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Windsor Square by Broadmoor | Oxford | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Robin Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Country Club Village Apartments | ADA 1-Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio ,1BA | $1.34 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
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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.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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 $895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Windsor Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Windsor Heights is Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Windsor Heights costs $1,345.
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 10 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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