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Picket Fence Community
455 S 85th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Cascades at Jordan Creek
8350 Cascade AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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BelleMeade Apartments
204 S 64th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Aspire Townhomes
6950 Stagecoach DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Strathmore Apartment Homes
1260 S Jordan Creek PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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360 at Jordan West
360 Bridgewood DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living
565 Market StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Fountain Terrace
655 S 88th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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The Reserve at Jordan Creek
6185 Village View DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Keystone on 8th
1261 8th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The Flats at West Glen
549 S Soapstone WayWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Grand Valley Townhomes
1747 S Telluride StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Park 88 Apartments
595 88th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$1,850Built in 20163 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Grove
1655 98th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$2,700Built in 20234 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Platinum Pointe Townhomes
187-268 S Zinnia CtWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Lift at Jordan Creek
8925 Cascade AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Delavan Townhomes
150 S 26th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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9117 CODY DRWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Westown Crossing
1675 28th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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304 5th St
304 5th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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329 5th St
329 5th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Willow Creek Rowhomes
2748 SE Osier AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Aventura
9065 Bishop DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Built in 20201 Bedroom Apartments
Liberty Landing
435 88th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Built in 20202 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Kings Grove Townhomes
10049 Stark DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Built in 20241 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Grace Creek Senior Apartments
8701 Ashworth RdWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Manchester Townhomes
9125 Calvin DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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The Cunningham Apartments
950 Jordan Creek PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Pointe on 88th
520 S 88th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Glen Meadows Retirement Community
850 S 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Grand Living at Tower Place
610 S 51st StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Brick Towne at Kettlestone
2290 SE Waco PlWaukee, IA 50263
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Alice Patricia Apartments
714 NE Alices RdWaukee, IA 50263
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Center Stage
2595 SE Encompass DrWaukee, IA 50263
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Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing
731 NE Venture DrWaukee, IA 50263
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$1,052 - $1,718Built in 20171 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Bricks at Waukee East Apartments
1400 SE Bishop DrWaukee, IA 50263
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West Light
1345 E Hickman RdWaukee, IA 50263
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Centennial Crossing
1325 SE Centennial PkyWaukee, IA 50263
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Brick Towne at Waukee Central
430 SE Laurel StWaukee, IA 50263
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Kettlestone Peak Apartments
1765 SE Glacier TrlWaukee, IA 50263
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The Middlebrook Lofts
1107 S 44th StCumming, IA 50061
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$575 - $675
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The View On Hickman
7625 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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The Lofts at Kettlestone Central
2295 SE Glacier TrlWaukee, IA 50263
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Launch Townhomes
2950 SE La Grant PkyWaukee, IA 50263
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$1,280Built in 20181 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Holcomb Place
14300 Holcomb AveUrbandale, IA 50323
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$1,700Built in 20172 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Cove at Kettlestone
1272 SE Bishop DrWaukee, IA 50263
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The Windsor
1148 63rd StWindsor Heights, IA 50324
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Alice Place at Norwalk
9310 Marketplace DrNorwalk, IA 50211
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Echo View Townhomes
9340 Brooks PlNorwalk, IA 50211
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Westover Townhomes
6501 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New West Des Moines Studio Apartments | $970 | $595 | $1,693 |
| New West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $640 | $4,576 |
| New West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $750 | $2,632 |
| New West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $1,070 | $3,632 |
| New West Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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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
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Best Local Schools in West Des Moines, IA
Valley High School
West Des Moines Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (0)
6 out of 10
Stilwell Junior High School
West Des Moines Community School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (0)
7 out of 10
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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 $625.
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 $1,514.
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 1,900 square feet unit starting from $2,358 at The Flats at West Glen.
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 937 sq ft.
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I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.
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