Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (36 Rentals)

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Rental terms in West Des Moines as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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ReNew Jordan Creek
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$1,005 - $1,845Short Term Available
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6 Months, 15 Months, 18 Months
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ReNew Jordan Creek

210 S Prairie View DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Bella Terra
$1,025 - $1,250Short Term Available
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6 Months, 12 Months
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Bella Terra

860 S 68 StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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PointeWest
$1,276 - $1,747Short Term Available
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3 Months, 13 Months
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PointeWest

4601 Pleasant StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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The Flats Apartments
$742 - $1,052Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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The Flats Apartments

3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Boulder Ridge Apartment Homes
$1,034 - $1,250Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Boulder Ridge Apartment Homes

3861 Woodland AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Polo Club
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$1,100 - $1,472Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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Polo Club

6201 Ep True PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Clover Hills
$895Short Term Available
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3 Months, 6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
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Clover Hills

708 13th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Hickman House
Short Term Available
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Hickman House

2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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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.

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term West Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in West Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in West Des Moines is at The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive listed at $705.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term West Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in West Des Moines is $1,158.

What is the largest Short-term West Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 1,870 square feet unit starting from $1,683 at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes.

What is the average size for West Des Moines Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in West Des Moines is currently at 771 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.

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