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West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Largest Available West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in West Des Moines, IA is found at Sierra Pointe Apartments in the Sun Prairie neighborhood and is 1,010 square feet priced from $1,342. 360 at Jordan West has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,010 square feet and currently listed start at $1,538. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in West Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Sierra Pointe ApartmentsBradford1,010 Sq Ft$1,342
360 at Jordan WestCove1,010 Sq Ft$1,538
The Cunningham ApartmentsJade868 Sq Ft$1,796
Fairmeadows Village-55+ Rental Community1 Bed863 Sq Ft$975
Colonial VillagePlymouth850 Sq Ft$829
Autumn Ridge Apartments - Casual SpacesA2845 Sq Ft$999
TurtleCreek ApartmentsC832 Sq Ft$1,215
92WestA1 - Classic830 Sq Ft$1,184
Stonegate CrossingA1804 Sq Ft$1,111
Country Club Village ApartmentsHinsdale800 Sq Ft$835

Cheapest Available West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 30, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in West Des Moines, IA is the Drake Model starting from $725 at Lenox Properties in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. The second most affordable West Des Moines 1 Bedroom is the Laurel Model at Weston Park Apartments starting at $757 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in West Des Moines is currently $1,205. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in West Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Lenox PropertiesDrake$725
Weston Park ApartmentsLaurel$757
Clover Hills Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$765
Sugar Creek Senior Apartment Community1x1$790
Alice Place Senior Living1 Bedroom$800
Briarwood Grand Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$810
Country Club Village ApartmentsAugusta$815
River Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$825
Deer Ridge1 Bedroom$830
Olde English Village1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft$835

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West Des Moines Overview

West Des Moines is a nice, medium-sized town with just over 56,000 residents. Over the years, it has made many of the top 100 lists of best places to live as well as one of the best Hipster Cities in 2014 and 2015. This is due to the combination of great people, great food, and a fun loving and inclusive culture.

Why live in West Des Moines, IA?

There are a lot of things that make West Des Moines a special place to live, and that starts with Historic Valley Junction. It is a great place to shop or relax at a cafe. Add to that, the variety of companies to work for, and you've got a great town for both business and fun. Situated in the Raccoon River valley, the area provides lots of places to enjoy the great outdoors especially in the summer months. Finally, you won't find nicer or more welcoming people anywhere. You will feel as if you are part of the community as soon as you start looking for apartments in West Des Moines.

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Getting Around West Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 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 1 Bedroom West Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in West Des Moines with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in West Des Moines is at Lenox Properties listed at $725.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in West Des Moines is $1,205.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 1,010 square feet unit starting from $1,342 at Sierra Pointe Apartments.

What is the average size for West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in West Des Moines is currently 744 sq ft.

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