Cheap Homes for Rent in Woodland Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $800 (2 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Woodland Heights, IA

As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Woodland Heights area is the $1.30 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Woodland Heights apartment is the Charleston Model at The Equitable Building starting at $1,778 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Woodland Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Matilda 235 TownhomesB22BR,2.5BA$1.30
The Equitable BuildingCharleston2BR,2BA$1.48
The Fleming Building#1 - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.35
Gateway Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.35
Wilkins BldgIncome Restricted1BR,1BA$1.13
3000 Grand Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.22
The Village at Gray's Lake Apartments - Des MoinesVillage 1BR City View1BR,1BA$1.32
The Pointe on Fleur ApartmentsOne Bedroom Available-$1000 Rent Credit-Call fo...1BR,1BA$1.07
Village on Grand1 B 1 B1BR,1BA$1.21
Inglewood Apartments2901 Ingersoll1BR,1BA$1.33

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodland Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Woodland Heights?

There are currently 70 Apartments for Rent in Woodland Heights, IA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $2,943. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Woodland Heights ranging from $840 to $1,800.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Woodland Heights ranges from $840 to $1,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,091.

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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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.