
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (161 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in West Des Moines that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Broadmoor at Jordan Creek

Olde English Village

Picket Fence Community

Aspire Townhomes

Westwood Apartments

Eastwood on Grand

ReNew Jordan Creek

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Colonial Village

Robin Hill

Sun Prairie & Vista Court

Fountains Apartments

BelleMeade Apartments

West Glen Town Center Apartments

Mansions at Jordan Creek

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Keystone on 8th

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Brookside Condo

Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes

Silver Oak Condos

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Hamlet Apartments

Bella Terra

The Flats at West Glen

Washington Manor

Maplewood Townhouses

TurtleCreek Apartments

Village at The Grove Townhomes

Ashworth Pointe Townhomes

Briarwood Grand Apartments

Greenway Square

Normandy Terrace Apartments

Westbrooke Apartments

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The Flats Apartments

Watermark at Jordan Creek

Meadow Chase Apartments

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Polo Club

Park 88 Apartments

Chapel Ridge

Crown Pointe Apartments

Country Club Village Apartments
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 Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $956 | $595 | $1,688 |
| West Des Moines Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,139 | $640 | $3,090 |
| West Des Moines Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $742 | $5,369 |
| West Des Moines Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $1,070 | $3,550 |
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Pet Friendliest West Des Moines Apartments for Rent
The West Des Moines Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is PointeWest in the Outer West Des Moines Urbandale neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 3.8 of 4. Meadow Chase Apartments in the Outer West Des Moines Urbandale neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.8 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly West Des Moines apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| PointeWest | 3.8/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $1,089 |
| Meadow Chase Apartments | 3.8/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $1,075 |
| Hamlet Apartments | 3.6/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $840 |
| St. Andrews Apartments | 3.4/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $995 |
| Briarwood Grand Apartments | 3.2/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $810 |
| Fountains Apartments | 3.2/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $1,045 |
| Element Urbandale | 3.2/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $950 |
| Regency Woods | 3.2/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $890 |
| Elm Village Apartments | 3/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $825 |
| Sun Prairie & Vista Court | 3/4 | Outer West Des Moines Urbandale | $845 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in West Des Moines, IA
The lowest priced West Des Moines apartment at a property that allows pets is the B1 2 Beds Model at Hamlet Apartments in the Golf & Country Club neighborhood starting from $900. The second cheapest West Des Moines Pet Friendly apartment is the Rose Model at Park 88 Apartments, which is a Studio starting at $947 in the The Pinnacle neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly West Des Moines apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Hamlet Apartments | B1 | $900 |
| Park 88 Apartments | Rose | $947 |
| Prairie Grass at Waukee | Indigo Vista | $992 |
| St. Andrews Apartments | ONE BED- INCLUDES MOST UTILITIES | $995 |
| Prairie Grass at Jordan Creek | Indigo Terrace | $1,053 |
| Broadmoor at Jordan Creek | Monroe | $1,125 |
| Alice Patricia | Banks | $1,225 |
| Sierra Pointe Apartments | Ashworth | $1,365 |
| 360 at Jordan West | Willow | $1,403 |
| PointeWest | B3R | $1,440 |
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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 Pet Friendly West Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in West Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in West Des Moines is at Lenox Properties listed at $595.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly West Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in West Des Moines is $1,167.
What is the largest Pet Friendly West Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 2,200 square feet unit starting from $2,358 at The Flats at West Glen.
What is the average size for West Des Moines Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in West Des Moines is currently at 753 sq ft.
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