Cheap Homes for Rent in Woodland Heights Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $900 (4 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Woodland Heights, IA

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Woodland Heights area is the $1.10 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Woodland Heights apartment is the C6 Model at Vue starting at $1,948 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Downtown 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$1.10
VueC63BR,2BA$1.39
3000 Grand Apartments3 Bed | 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.02
Wilkins BldgMarket Rate2BR,1BA$1.29
Vine Street Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
2921 High St, Unit 2917 High Apt.#32921 High St1BR,1BA$1.24
Imperial Grand PrixImperial 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42
The Pointe on Fleur Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.99
Village on Grand1 B 1 B1BR,1BA$1.21
Inglewood Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.38

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodland Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Woodland Heights?

There are currently 74 Apartments for Rent in Woodland Heights, IA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $2,900. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Woodland Heights ranging from $900 to $1,850.

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 $900 to $1,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,316.

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 Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.