
New 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (40 Rentals)


Picket Fence Community

Cascades at Jordan Creek

Aspire Townhomes

BelleMeade Apartments

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Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living

Strathmore Apartment Homes

360 at Jordan West
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Fountain Terrace

Reserve At Jordan Creek

Keystone on 8th

Grand Valley Townhomes

Park 88 Apartments

Lift at Jordan Creek

Delavan Townhomes

Kings Grove Townhomes
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Westown Crossing

Pointe on 88th

Glen Meadows Retirement Community

Grace Creek Senior Apartments

Brick Towne at Kettlestone

Prairie Village Commons Apartments and Townhomes

Alice Patricia

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Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing

Bricks at Waukee East Apartments

Centennial Crossing

Brick Towne at Waukee Central 432 Southeast Laurel Street

Kettlestone Peak Apartments

The Vibe at 8035 Apartments

The Middlebrook Lofts

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Holcomb Place
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The Lofts at Kettlestone Central

Launch Townhomes

Cove at Kettlestone Townhomes

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Alice Place at Norwalk

The Windsor - Windsor Heights

Merle Hay Franklin Townhomes

Attivo Trail ~ 55+ Active Senior Living

Edencrest at Timberline
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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 | $960 | $595 | $1,678 |
| West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $673 | $2,900 |
| West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $710 | $3,546 |
| West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $1,070 | $3,200 |
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West Des Moines, IAPopulation: 66,641
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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 $1,336.
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 1,565 square feet unit starting from $2,268 at Picket Fence Community.
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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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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.