
Short Term Lease 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (29 Rentals)


Eastwood on Grand

Wellington Apartments

Sierra Pointe Apartments

Mansions at Jordan Creek

Fountains Apartments

ReNew Jordan Creek
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Cascades at Jordan Creek

360 at Jordan West

PointeWest

The Flats Apartments

Boulder Ridge Apartment Homes
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Polo Club

8350 Cascade Ave
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8350 Cascade Ave

St. Andrews Apartments

The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive

Brick Towne at Waukee Central

Element Urbandale

Weston Park Apartments
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Hampton House Apartments
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 |
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West Des Moines Studio Apartments | $954 | $595 | $1,540 |
West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,168 | $574 | $2,827 |
West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,293 | $682 | $3,556 |
West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $574 | $3,250 |
West Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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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
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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 Weston Park Apartments listed at $719.
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 $1,168.
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 762 sq ft.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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.

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