Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Colby Woods Neighborhood of Urbandale, IA from $500 (36 Rentals)

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SaddleBrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SaddleBrook Apartments

8301 Colby PkyUrbandale, IA 50322
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Westridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westridge Apartments

8330 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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Executive Heights
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Executive Heights

8355 Alice AveClive, IA 50325
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West Winds Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Winds Apartments

8190 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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2170 NW 82nd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2170 NW 82nd St

2170 NW 82nd StClive, IA 50325
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Colby Woods, Urbandale, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Colby Woods Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Colby Woods area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Urban Heights priced from $599. The View On Hickman has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Colby Woods apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$599
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Plaza ManorCedar1BR,1BA$635
The Flats ApartmentsSandstone1BR,1BA$680
The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - CliveStudio FurnishedStudio,1BA$705
The Vibe at 8035 ApartmentsMicro Living at its Finest Near The VibeStudio,1BA$705
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$749
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$750
Sherwood GlenKirklees1BR,1BA$790
SaddleBrook ApartmentsB1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colby Woods, IA

As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Colby Woods area is the $0.79 price per square foot Richmond Model at Colonial Village in the in the Golf & Country Club neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Colby Woods apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Park West Apartments starting at $1,060 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Windsor Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colby Woods apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Colonial VillageRichmond2BR,1.5BA$0.79
Park West Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Westchester SquareTwo Bedroom A2BR,2BA$1.00
Meadow Ridge2x2 2nd flr w/laundry2BR,2BA$1.05
Washington ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.03
Lakeview2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard2BR,1BA$1.01
Crest Manor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
The Lofts at NorthPark1x1 Plus Den1BR,1BA$1.08
Crossroad Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.09
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Colby Woods, Urbandale, IA

Ranked #3

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colby Woods Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Colby Woods?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Colby Woods is at Urban Heights listed at $599.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Colby Woods Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Colby Woods Apartment is $636 at Plaza Manor.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Colby Woods Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Colby Woods is starting from $736 at Plaza Manor.

What is the most affordable Colby Woods Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Colby Woods Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Country Club Village Apartments and starts from $1,165.

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