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Whisper Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whisper Ridge

9005 Bridgewood BlvdWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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8601 Westown PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Waukee, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Waukee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Waukee, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Pointe on 88th priced from $682. Alice Place Senior Living in the Glynn Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waukee apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Pointe on 88thThe Wild Rose - Market2BR,1BA$682
Alice Place Senior Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Brick Towne at Prairie CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$825
Windfield West1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$830
Sun Prairie & Vista Court9012aa-5_aa-51Bedroom1Bath_6401BR,1BA$849
Bricks at Waukee East ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$928
Brick Towne at Waukee Central1 Bedroom Internet & Cable Included1BR,1BA$950
The Commons at Greenway ParkFlat Style 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Accessible1BR,1BA$987
Fireside at WaukeeAshStudio,1BA$995
Autumn Ridge Apartments - Casual SpacesThe Spot (A2)1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waukee, IA

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waukee area is the $1.13 price per square foot Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe in the starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Waukee apartment is the Alton Model at Stratford Crossing Flats Townhomes starting at $1,975 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Glynn Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waukee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Platinum PointePlatinum Pointe - 4 Bed4BR,3BA$1.13
Stratford Crossing Flats TownhomesAlton3BR,2.5BA$1.20
Greenway Square9066 Burkwood Drive #1013BR,2.5BA$1.18
Maple Grove Villas3 bed 2 Bath Townhome - Renovated3BR,2BA$1.18
Maplewood Townhouses2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes2BR,2BA$0.96
Holcomb PlaceB2BR,2BA$1.19
Lift at Jordan CreekElevate2BR,2BA$1.09
92WestB2 - Deluxe2BR,2BA$1.17
Sunrise MeadowsB2 - Barbados2BR,2BA$1.08
Alice Place Senior Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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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®

30 / 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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waukee Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waukee?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waukee is at Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing listed at $825.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waukee Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waukee Apartment is $800 at Alice Place Senior Living.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waukee is starting from $682 at The Pointe on 88th.

What is the most affordable Waukee Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Waukee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sun Prairie & Vista Court and starts from $1,095.

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