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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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800 13th St
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800 13th St

800 13th 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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Alice Place at Norwalk
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Alice Place at Norwalk

9310 Marketplace DrNorwalk, IA 50211
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4345 Grand Ave
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4345 Grand Ave

4345 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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526 48th St
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526 48th St

526 48th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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4100 Grand Ave
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4100 Grand Ave

4100 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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6336 Hickman Rd
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6336 Hickman Rd

6336 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50324
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1145 69th St
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1145 69th St

1145 69th StDes Moines, 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 $1,195. West Glen Town Center Apartments has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 700 square feet and currently listed start at $975. 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$1,195
West Glen Town Center ApartmentsMedium Studio 700 sq ft700 Sq Ft$975
The Vibe at 8035 Apartments80-1st650 Sq Ft$915
Prairie Grass at WaukeeIndigo Vista623 Sq Ft$1,002
Fountain TerraceGeneva606 Sq Ft$995
Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent LivingStudio591 Sq Ft$875
Westpointe ApartmentsWashington563 Sq Ft$755
Prairie Grass at Jordan CreekIndigo Terrace535 Sq Ft$1,049
Park 88 ApartmentsRose518 Sq Ft$932
Brick Towne at Prairie CrossingStudio468 Sq Ft$850

Cheapest Available West Des Moines Studio Apartments

As of April 30, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in West Des Moines, IA is the Studio - Retirement Community Model starting from $600 at Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+ in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. The second most affordable West Des Moines Studio is the New Build Apartment Available for Immediate Mov... Model at The View On Hickman starting at $625 in the Windsor Heights neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in West Des Moines is currently $965. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in West Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+Studio - Retirement Community$600
The View On HickmanNew Build Apartment Available for Immediate Mov...$625
Lenox PropertiesGreenwood A$635
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BA$675
Hampton House ApartmentsStudio$699
The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - CliveUp to $1200 Rent Credit! Call for Details!$705
Westpointe ApartmentsWashington$755
Fountain TerraceNeptune$795
Brick Towne at Prairie CrossingMicro$825
The Vibe at 8035 Apartments35-1st-Bal$845

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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 Plymouth Place Retirement Community 62+ 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 $965.

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 $1,195 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 505 sq ft.

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