
Luxury Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (24 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in West Des Moines with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Watermark at Jordan Creek

The Cunningham

Aspire Townhomes

The Flats at West Glen

Platinum Pointe Townhomes

6460 Galleria Dr, Unit 1102

933 Prime St
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8350 Cascade Ave, Unit SI ID1285749P

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8350 Cascade Ave, Unit SI ID1285750P

454 S 91st St

8350 Cascade Ave

Two Rivers Home Rentals

The Lodge of Ashworth

Center Stage

Centennial Crossing
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14405 Clearview Ln

740 SE Drumlin Dr

15561 Rocklyn Place

16656 Wilden Dr

15583 Rocklyn Place

2515 134th St

Attivo Trail ~ 55+ Active Senior Living

Holiday Illahee Hills
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Des Moines Luxury Studio Apartments | $968 | $595 | $1,669 |
| West Des Moines Luxury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,148 | $684 | $3,096 |
| West Des Moines Luxury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,341 | $722 | $4,671 |
| West Des Moines Luxury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $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 West Des Moines
How much are Studio apartments in West Des Moines?
There are currently 94 Studio Apartments in West Des Moines with rent ranges from $595 to $1,669 with an average price of $968.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom West Des Moines Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in West Des Moines ranges from $684 to $3,096 with an average monthly rent of $1,148.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in West Des Moines cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in West Des Moines range from $722 to $4,671. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,341.
How expensive are West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 87 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in West Des Moines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,070 to $3,112 - averaging $1,764 for the location.
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