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309 8th St, Unit 3
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309 8th St, Unit 3

309 8th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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304 5th St
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304 5th St

304 5th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Western Village
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Western Village

2000 Grand AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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530 S 19th St
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530 S 19th St

530 S 19th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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540 S 19th St
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540 S 19th St

540 S 19th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265

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Aventura
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Aventura

9065 Bishop DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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1616 Vine St
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1616 Vine St

1616 Vine StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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509 7th St
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509 7th St

509 7th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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704 12th St
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704 12th St

704 12th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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910 9th St
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910 9th St

910 9th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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1120 5th St
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1120 5th St

1120 5th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265

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4323 Grand Ave
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4323 Grand Ave

4323 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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4211 Grand Ave
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4211 Grand Ave

4211 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312

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4341 Grand Ave
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4341 Grand Ave

4341 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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1132 44th Pl
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1132 44th Pl

1132 44th PlDes Moines, IA 50311
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4404 Grand Ave
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4404 Grand Ave

4404 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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500 Polk Blvd
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500 Polk Blvd

500 Polk BlvdDes Moines, IA 50312
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1711 NW 85th St
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1711 NW 85th St

1711 NW 85th StClive, IA 50325
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Parkview Commons
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Parkview Commons

1320 SE Florence DrWaukee, IA 50263
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1139 66th St
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1139 66th St

1139 66th StWindsor Heights, IA 50324

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West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Largest Available West Des Moines Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in West Des Moines, IA is found at Broadmoor at Jordan Creek in the Sun Prairie neighborhood and is 732 square feet priced from $1,225. The Vibe at 8035 Apartments in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 650 square feet and currently listed start at $899. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in West Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Broadmoor at Jordan CreekAdair I / Adair II732 Sq Ft$1,225
The Vibe at 8035 Apartments80-1st650 Sq Ft$899
Prairie Grass at Jordan CreekIndigo Vista616 Sq Ft$886
Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent LivingStudio591 Sq Ft$875
Westpointe ApartmentsWashington563 Sq Ft$805
Plaza 50 ApartmentsStudio550 Sq Ft$950
Park 88 ApartmentsRose518 Sq Ft$1,198
Brick Towne at Prairie CrossingStudio468 Sq Ft$725
360 at Jordan WestPeony445 Sq Ft$1,051
The Flats Apartments435 Sq Ft$739

Cheapest Available West Des Moines Studio Apartments

As of September 13, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in West Des Moines, IA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $600 at Urban Heights in the Windsor Heights neighborhood. The second most affordable West Des Moines Studio is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at The View On Hickman starting at $699 . The average price for all Studio apartments in West Des Moines is currently $982. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in West Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BA$600
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BA$699
Brick Towne at Prairie CrossingMicro$700
The Vibe at 8035 Apartments35 Studio$705
Westpointe ApartmentsWashington$805
Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent LivingStudio$875
Prairie Grass at Jordan CreekIndigo Vista$886
329 5th StStudio$900
Plaza 50 ApartmentsStudio$950

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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, IA
Population: 66,641

Ranked #556

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio West Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in West Des Moines with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in West Des Moines is at Urban Heights listed at $600.

How much is the average rent for a Studio West Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in West Des Moines is $982.

What is the largest available Studio West Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 732 square feet unit starting from $1,225 at Broadmoor at Jordan Creek.

What is the average size for West Des Moines Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in West Des Moines is currently 1,214 sq ft.

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