
Gated Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (53 Rentals)


Broadmoor at Jordan Creek

Picket Fence Community

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Sierra Pointe Apartments

Cambridge Court

BelleMeade Apartments

Robin Hill

360 at Jordan West

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Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living

Fairmeadows Village
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Park West Apartments

Fountain Terrace

Keystone on 8th

Bella Terra

PointeWest

Maplewood Townhouses

Park 88 Apartments

TurtleCreek Apartments

Woodland West NMC

Watermark at Jordan Creek
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Plaza 50 Apartments

Woodland Place Apartments

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Meadow Ridge

329 5th St

Diamond Brooke

811 Burr Oaks Dr

Aventura

Brick Towne at Kettlestone

The McCoy @ 8035

St. Andrews Apartments
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Center Stage

Bricks at Waukee East Apartments

Park Avenue by Broadmoor

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

West Light

The Winhall of Williams Pointe

Kettlestone Peak Apartments

Phase III

The Middlebrook Lofts

Douglas Park Apartments

Sunrise Meadows

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Holcomb Place

Legacy Landing Apartments

The Lofts at Kettlestone Central

Cedarbrooke Place

11Fifty on Olson

SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS

River Oaks Apartments

Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+

The Windsor
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 Gated Studio Apartments | $965 | $595 | $1,669 |
| West Des Moines Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $672 | $2,935 |
| West Des Moines Gated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $709 | $3,546 |
| West Des Moines Gated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,739 | $1,070 | $3,112 |
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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, IAPopulation: 66,641
Ranked #556
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in West Des Moines, IA
Valley High School
Stilwell Junior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated West Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in West Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in West Des Moines is at Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+ listed at $640.
How much is the average rent for a Gated West Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in West Des Moines is $1,128.
What is the largest Gated West Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 1,477 square feet unit starting from $980 at TurtleCreek Apartments.
What is the average size for West Des Moines Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in West Des Moines is currently at 629 sq ft.
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