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Hamlet Apartments
$1,109 - $1,242

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Base Rent$955 - $1,242
Total Monthly Price$955 - $1,242
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Hamlet Apartments

2210 Ep True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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property at 551 87th St
$1,875

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Base Rent$1,875
Total Monthly Price$1,875
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Sep 24
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551 87th St

West Des MoinesIA50266
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property at 8601 Westown Pkwy
$1,300
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rentals
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8601 Westown Pkwy

West Des MoinesIA50266

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property at 8580 Rock Dr
$1,900
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8580 Rock Dr

West Des MoinesIA50266

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Largest Available West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in West Des Moines, IA is found at Timberline Ridge in the Glynn Village neighborhood and is 2,400 square feet priced from $2,350. The Flats at West Glen in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,200 square feet and currently listed start at $3,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in West Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Timberline RidgeTimberline2,400 Sq Ft$2,350
The Flats at West GlenC22,200 Sq Ft$3,500
Greenway SquareGreenway Square Townhomes - Apply Now2,078 Sq Ft$1,775
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesAndover1,870 Sq Ft$1,799
Picket Fence CommunityD1 - Private Entry 2nd Floor1,565 Sq Ft$2,031
360 at Jordan WestWoodland1,519 Sq Ft$2,272
Aspire TownhomesC21,490 Sq Ft$2,135
Cove at Kettlestone TownhomesCove at Kettlestone Townhomes 3-Bed1,467 Sq Ft$1,800
Colonial VillageChesapeake1,400 Sq Ft$1,112
Pointe on 88thGeode 60%1,353 Sq Ft$1,659

Cheapest Available West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 12, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in West Des Moines, IA is the Chesapeake Model starting from $1,112 at Colonial Village in the Golf & Country Club neighborhood. The second most affordable West Des Moines 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Deer Ridge starting at $1,175 in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in West Des Moines is currently $1,753. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in West Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Colonial VillageChesapeake$1,112
Deer Ridge3 Bedroom 2 Bath$1,175
Sun Prairie & Vista CourtC2$1,181
4216 Ingersoll Ave3 Beds, 1 Baths$1,235
Lenox PropertiesKingman$1,250
11Fifty on OlsonThe Gathering (D5)$1,251
Chapel Ridge3 Bedroom$1,275
Maple Grove Villas3 bed 2 Bath Townhome - Renovated$1,325
Alice PatriciaChandler$1,344
PINEWOOD VILLAGE TOWNHOMES3 BED 2 BATH$1,381

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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 3 Bedroom West Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in West Des Moines with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in West Des Moines is at Colonial Village listed at $1,112.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in West Des Moines is $1,753.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 2,400 square feet unit starting from $2,350 at Timberline Ridge.

What is the average size for West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in West Des Moines is currently 1,371 sq ft.

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