
Senior Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (24 Rentals)
Apartments for adults 55+ years of age in West Des Moines with convenient services, and fun activities.


Fairmeadows Village

Western Village

Aventura

Westown Crossing

Valley Station

The Lodge of Ashworth

Grand Living at Tower Place
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Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+

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Alice Place at Norwalk
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Alice Place Senior Living

Hickman One

6336 Hickman Rd

Holiday Illahee Hills

Edencrest at Timberline

Attivo Trail ~ 55+ Active Senior Living

Legacy Pointe of Waukee

Franklin Field Senior Apartments
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Des Moines Senior Studio Apartments | $960 | $595 | $1,669 |
| West Des Moines Senior 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,146 | $695 | $2,976 |
| West Des Moines Senior 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $750 | $4,678 |
| West Des Moines Senior 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,755 | $1,070 | $3,200 |
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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 Senior West Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Senior apartment in West Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Senior Apartment in West Des Moines is at Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+ listed at $640.
How much is the average rent for a Senior West Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Senior Apartment in West Des Moines is $1,036.
What is the largest Senior West Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's Senior apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 1,018 square feet unit starting from $875 at Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living.
What is the average size for West Des Moines Senior Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Senior rental in West Des Moines is currently at 621 sq ft.
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