2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (205 Rentals)

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Wellington Apartments
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$1,204 - $1,896
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Wellington Apartments

4700 EP True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Sierra Pointe Apartments
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$1,685 - $1,825
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$1,365 - $1,825
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Sierra Pointe Apartments

7171 Woodland AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Hamlet Apartments
$900 - $1,272
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$937 - $1,300
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Hamlet Apartments

2210 Ep True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Brookside Condo
$1,495 - $1,565
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Brookside Condo

6630 Cody DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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The Flats Apartments
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$1,079 - $1,136
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The Flats Apartments

3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Largest Available West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in West Des Moines, IA is found at Country Club Village Apartments in the Windsor Heights neighborhood and is 1,500 square feet priced from $1,375. BelleMeade Apartments in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,480 square feet and currently listed start at $1,845. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in West Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Country Club Village ApartmentsWentworth (Townhouse)1,500 Sq Ft$1,375
BelleMeade ApartmentsL2 (att gar)1,480 Sq Ft$1,845
The CunninghamHeather1,386 Sq Ft$3,273
Maple Grove Villas2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome - Renovated1,336 Sq Ft$1,260
Delavan Townhomes2 Bed 2.5 Bath1,328 Sq Ft$1,770
Picket Fence CommunityC31,326 Sq Ft$1,988
Sierra Pointe ApartmentsWestown1,320 Sq Ft$1,725
Maplewood Townhouses2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes1,310 Sq Ft$1,400
Element at Valley WestC6 Classic1,265 Sq Ft$1,280
Normandy Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath1,040 Sq Ft$900

Cheapest Available West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 14, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in West Des Moines, IA is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $750 at Douglas Park Apartments in the Cross Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable West Des Moines 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at River Oaks Apartments starting at $775 in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in West Des Moines is currently $1,341. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in West Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$750
River Oaks Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$775
Sherwood GlenLoxley II$795
Briarwood Grand Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath$850
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 BD Oak$875
Lenox PropertiesWinona B$895
Normandy Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath$900
Country Club Village ApartmentsBayhill$905
Eastwood on GrandBradley$910
Deer Ridge2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath$920

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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.

West Des Moines, IA
Population: 66,641

Ranked #556

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom West Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in West Des Moines with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in West Des Moines is at Douglas Park Apartments listed at $750.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in West Des Moines is $1,341.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $1,375 at Country Club Village Apartments.

What is the average size for West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in West Des Moines is currently 989 sq ft.

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