
Top Rated Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA from $500 (24 Rentals)
Top Rated Apartments in West Des Moines.
Cheap Apartments in West Des Moines.


West Glen Town Center Apartments

Fountain Terrace

TurtleCreek Apartments

Mansions at Jordan Creek

Prairie Grass at Jordan Creek

ReNew Jordan Creek
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Wellington Apartments

Bella Terra

Park 88 Apartments and Townhomes

Urban Heights
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The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive

Kettlestone Peak Apartments

Alice Place Senior Living

Prairie Grass at Waukee

The Winhall of Williams Pointe

St. Andrews Apartments

Park Avenue by Broadmoor

Legacy Landing Apartments

Autumn Ridge Apartments - Casual Spaces
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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 |
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West Des Moines Studio Apartments | $906 | $599 | $1,652 |
West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,154 | $574 | $3,066 |
West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $682 | $3,559 |
West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $574 | $4,057 |
West Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $2,500 | $2,650 |
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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 Urban Heights listed at $599.
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 $695 at Lenox Properties.
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 Briarwood Grand Apartments and starts from $1,075.
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