
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Windsor Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (32 Rentals)
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Windsor Chateau Apartments

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

1417 Cummins Pkwy

Hickman House

5902 Hickman Rd

Twin Oaks Residences

The View On Hickman
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Urban Heights

Total Monthly Price
1136 1/2 68th St, Unit 1136 12, Unit 1136 12

Westpointe Apartments

Olde English Village

Robin Hill

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Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

Country Club Village Apartments
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Park West Apartments

Total Monthly Price
6452 Washington Ave, Unit 6452, Unit 6452

Keystone on 8th

1145 65th St

2017 64th St

1139 66th St

The Windsor - Windsor Heights

Westridge Apartments
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Capri Apartments

West Winds Apartments

2170 NW 82nd St

Manor Heights Apartments

Crest Manor

Iowa Urban Rock

1145 65th St
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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 | $835 |
| Windsor Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,050 | $695 | $2,538 |
| Windsor Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,067 | $825 | $1,550 |
| Windsor Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,301 | $1,140 | $1,386 |
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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. Urban Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. 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 | New Build Apartment Available for Immediate Mov... | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Olde English Village | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Robin Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED | 1 Bedroom- Call for Specials | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale | 1 BR Oak | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Country Club Village Apartments | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Park West Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Windsor Heights, IA
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Windsor Heights area is the $1.44 price per square foot Windsor- 2 Bed Interior Non-Deck Unit (C2) Model at The Windsor in the in the Windsor Heights neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Windsor Heights apartment is the 2/1.5 Model at Windsor Chateau Apartments starting at $975 with a $1.22 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- 2 Bed Interior Non-Deck Unit (C2) | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Windsor Chateau Apartments | 2/1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Urban Green Apartments | 1 BR Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED | 1 Bedroom- Call for Specials | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 1136 1/2 68th St, Unit 1136 12 | 1136 1/2 68th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Olde English Village | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Park West Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Robin Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Country Club Village Apartments | ADA 1-Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio ,1BA | $1.34 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWindsor Heights, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #74
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet 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 Olde English Village which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Windsor Heights costs $1,263.
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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