
New 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (35 Rentals)


Picket Fence Community

Cascades at Jordan Creek

BelleMeade Apartments

Strathmore Apartment Homes

360 at Jordan West

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Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living

Fountain Terrace
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Reserve At Jordan Creek

Keystone on 8th

Grand Valley Townhomes

Park 88 Apartments

Lift at Jordan Creek

304 5th St

Liberty Landing

Pointe on 88th
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Glen Meadows Retirement Community

Grand Living at Tower Place

Grace Creek Senior Apartments

Brick Towne at Kettlestone

Prairie Village Commons Apartments and Townhomes

Alice Patricia

Center Stage

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Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing
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Bricks at Waukee East Apartments

West Light

Brick Towne at Waukee Central 432 Southeast Laurel Street

Kettlestone Peak Apartments

The Middlebrook Lofts

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Launch Townhomes

The Windsor - Windsor Heights
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Attivo Trail ~ 55+ Active Senior Living

Edencrest at Timberline

The View On Hickman
West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Des Moines Studio Apartments | $962 | $595 | $1,669 |
| West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $700 | $3,006 |
| West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,344 | $750 | $4,679 |
| West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $1,070 | $3,200 |
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West Des Moines, IAPopulation: 66,641
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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 Chad Estates listed at $700.
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 $1,149.
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 $1,490 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 718 sq ft.
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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.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.