Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA Under $2,000 (27 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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Brookside Condo
$1,525 - $1,565

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Base Rent$1,525 - $1,565

Total Monthly Price$1,525 - $1,565
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Brookside Condo

6630 Cody DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Polo Club
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$1,244 - $1,921

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Base Rent$1,244 - $1,921

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Polo Club

6201 Ep True PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Hamlet Apartments
$955 - $1,228

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Base Rent$955 - $1,228

Total Monthly Price$955 - $1,228
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Hamlet Apartments

2210 Ep True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The Flats Apartments
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$763 - $1,110

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Base Rent$763 - $1,110

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Flats Apartments

3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Hickman House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickman House

2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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West Des Moines, IA
Population: 66,641

Ranked #556

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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 $1,366.

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 2,400 square feet unit starting from $2,350 at Timberline Ridge.

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 828 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.