
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA from $682 (75 Rentals)


Nelson LLC

Clover Hills

Briarwood Grand Apartments

Bennett Grand Woods Apartments

West Glen Apartments

Woodland West

Colonial Village

Country Club Village Apartments
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Normandy Terrace Apartments

Westwood Apartments

Olde English Village

Element at Valley West

Park West Apartments

Hamlet Apartments

Meadow Ridge

Eastwood on Grand
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The Flats Apartments

Cambridge Court Apartments

Meadow Chase Apartments

Crown Pointe Apartments

Westbrooke Apartments

Maple Grove Villas
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Polo Club

Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living
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River Oaks Apartments

Weston Park Apartments

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Franklin Court Apartments
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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 | $914 | $595 | $1,592 |
| West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $574 | $4,280 |
| West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $682 | $2,224 |
| West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,517 | $574 | $2,832 |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Best Local Schools in West Des Moines, IA
Valley High School
Stilwell Junior High School
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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 Cheap West Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Des Moines is at The Pointe on 88th listed at $682.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment is $682 at The Pointe on 88th.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Des Moines is starting from $682 at The Pointe on 88th.
What is the most affordable West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Pointe on 88th and starts from $682.
Expert Rental Resources
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!














