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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Windsor Heights, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Windsor Heights, IA

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Windsor Heights area is the $0.97 price per square foot 2 BD Oak Model at Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale in the in the Windsor Heights neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value Windsor Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1A Model at Keystone on 8th starting at $1,411 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines 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.
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 BD Oak2BR,1BA$0.97
Keystone on 8th2 Bedroom 1A2BR,2BA$1.63
Park West Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom - FURNISHED1BR,1BA$1.22
The Windsor - Windsor HeightsWindsor- 1 Bed Non-Deck Unit (B1)1BR,1BA$1.95
Windsor Square by BroadmoorOxford1BR,1BA$1.57
Robin Hill1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.21
Country Club Village ApartmentsADA 1-Bed1BR,1BA$1.42
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio ,1BA$1.43
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.60

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Windsor Heights, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #62

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Windsor Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Windsor Heights?

There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Windsor Heights, IA with pricing that ranges from $736 to $1,700. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Windsor Heights ranging from $1,275 to $1,850.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Windsor Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Windsor Heights ranges from $1,275 to $1,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,644.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.