Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA Under $600 (1 Rental)
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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 |
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West Des Moines Studio Apartments | $927 | $650 | $1,526 |
West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,171 | $694 | $2,677 |
West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $793 | $3,556 |
West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,714 | $1,040 | $3,967 |
West Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,675 | $2,500 | $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 West Des Moines
How much are Studio apartments in West Des Moines?
There are currently 52 Studio Apartments in West Des Moines with rent ranges from $650 to $1,526 with an average price of $927.
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 $694 to $2,677 with an average monthly rent of $1,171.
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 $793 to $3,556. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,388.
How expensive are West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 73 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in West Des Moines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,040 to $3,967 - averaging $1,714 for the location.
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