Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA Under $900 (74 Rentals)

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Briarwood Grand Apartments
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$810 - $1,095
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Briarwood Grand Apartments

2132 Grand AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The Flats Apartments
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$749 - $1,131
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The Flats Apartments

3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Dakota Apartments
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Dakota Apartments

5250 Dakota DrWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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484 S 19th St
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484 S 19th St

484 S 19th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Williamson Residence
2 Bedroom Apartments

Williamson Residence

1114-1124 Vine StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Keystone Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Keystone Apartments

5472 Wild Rose LnWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Ashworth Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ashworth Manor

1020 Ashworth RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265

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Valley Station
2 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Station

313-329 Lincoln StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Westpointe Apartments
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$803 - $1,471
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Westpointe Apartments

2510 Canterbury RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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West Des Moines, IA
Population: 66,641

Ranked #556

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Des Moines

How much are Studio apartments in West Des Moines?

There are currently 93 Studio Apartments in West Des Moines with rent ranges from $595 to $1,679 with an average price of $973.

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 $695 to $3,922 with an average monthly rent of $1,155.

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 $748 to $6,253. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,328.

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 $3,200 - averaging $1,763 for the location.

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

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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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.