
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA Under $2,000 (38 Rentals)
Apartments in West Des Moines with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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PointeWest

BelleMeade Apartments

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Polo Club

92West

Westbrooke Apartments
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Park 88 Apartments

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Meadow Chase Apartments

360 at Jordan West

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Wellington Apartments

ReNew Jordan Creek

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Meadow Ridge

Bella Terra
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Country Club Village Apartments

TurtleCreek Apartments

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Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living

Carriage Park

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The Flats Apartments

Park West Apartments

The Cunningham

Keystone Apartments

Valley Station
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Centennial Crossing

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Holcomb Place

St. Andrews Apartments

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

Park Avenue by Broadmoor

Cedarbrooke Place

Element Urbandale

Center Stage

Franklin Court Apartments
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West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Des Moines Studio Apartments | $990 | $595 | $1,709 |
| West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,167 | $700 | $3,967 |
| West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,314 | $702 | $3,273 |
| West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,811 | $1,070 | $3,992 |
| West Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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West Des Moines, IAPopulation: 66,641
Ranked #556
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Best Local Schools in West Des Moines, IA
Valley High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Des Moines
How much are Studio apartments in West Des Moines?
There are currently 92 Studio Apartments in West Des Moines with rent ranges from $650 to $1,709 with an average price of $1,596.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom West Des Moines Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in West Des Moines ranges from $700 to $3,967 with an average monthly rent of $1,167.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in West Des Moines cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in West Des Moines range from $702 to $3,273. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,314.
How expensive are West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 87 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in West Des Moines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,070 to $3,992 - averaging $1,811 for the location.
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