1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Waukee, IA (50 Rentals)

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Liberty Landing
1 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Landing

435 88th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Walnut Grove
1 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Grove

4449 156th StUrbandale, IA 50323
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Whisper Ridge
1 Bedroom Apartments

Whisper Ridge

9005 Bridgewood BlvdWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Waukee, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Waukee 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Waukee, IA is found at Sierra Pointe Apartments in the Sun Prairie neighborhood and is 1,010 square feet priced from $1,490. 360 at Jordan West has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,010 square feet and currently listed start at $1,598. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Waukee:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Sierra Pointe ApartmentsBradford1,010 Sq Ft$1,490
360 at Jordan WestCove1,010 Sq Ft$1,598
Holcomb PlaceC981 Sq Ft$1,280
Prairie Grass at WaukeeBellflower Vista909 Sq Ft$1,096
The Cunningham ApartmentsJade868 Sq Ft$1,796
Picket Fence CommunityA1865 Sq Ft$1,316
92WestA1 - Classic830 Sq Ft$1,105
Lift at Jordan CreekAmplify818 Sq Ft$950
Fountain TerracePaola810 Sq Ft$1,150
Kettlestone Peak ApartmentsEverest810 Sq Ft$1,000

Cheapest Available Waukee 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 14, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Waukee, IA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $800 at Alice Place Senior Living in the Glynn Village neighborhood. The second most affordable Waukee 1 Bedroom is the 9012k-4_k-41Bedroom1Bath_580 Model at Sun Prairie & Vista Court starting at $846 in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Waukee is currently $1,157. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Waukee:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Alice Place Senior Living1 Bedroom$800
Sun Prairie & Vista Court9012k-4_k-41Bedroom1Bath_580$846
Windfield West1 Bedroom$855
The Winhall of Williams PointeA2$900
Bricks at Waukee East ApartmentsA1$941
Brick Towne at Waukee Central1 Bedroom Internet & Cable Included$950
Lift at Jordan CreekAmplify$950
The Commons at Greenway ParkFlat Style 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Accessible$955
Center StageThe Solo$995
The Pitch1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom$995

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Waukee, IA

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Waukee, IA

Walk Score®

31 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Waukee Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Waukee with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Waukee is at Alice Place Senior Living listed at $800.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Waukee Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Waukee is $1,157.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Waukee Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Waukee is a 1,010 square feet unit starting from $1,490 at Sierra Pointe Apartments.

What is the average size for Waukee 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Waukee is currently 650 sq ft.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!