
New Luxury Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (6 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in West Des Moines with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


The Cunningham Apartments

Aspire Townhomes
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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Platinum Pointe

Centennial Crossing

Attivo Trail ~ 55+ Active Senior Living
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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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 | $929 | $635 | $1,607 |
West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,187 | $695 | $2,680 |
West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $776 | $3,556 |
West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $1,040 | $4,034 |
West Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,725 | $2,600 | $2,850 |
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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 New West Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in West Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in West Des Moines is at The View On Hickman listed at $725.
How much is the average rent for a New West Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in West Des Moines is $1,244.
What is the largest New West Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $1,425 at Grand Valley Townhomes.
What is the average size for West Des Moines New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in West Des Moines is currently at 635 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.