
Low Income Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA Under $1,200 (9 Rentals)


Country Club Village Apartments

Lift at Jordan Creek
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Des Moines Studio Apartments | $933 | $650 | $1,607 |
West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,183 | $695 | $2,680 |
West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $793 | $3,556 |
West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $1,040 | $4,016 |
West Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $2,850 | $2,850 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Low Income West Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Low Income apartment in West Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Low Income Apartment in West Des Moines is at Country Club Village Apartments listed at $815.
How much is the average rent for a Low Income West Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Low Income Apartment in West Des Moines is $1,026.
What is the largest Low Income West Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's Low Income apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $815 at Country Club Village Apartments.
What is the average size for West Des Moines Low Income Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Low Income rental in West Des Moines is currently at 621 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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