
Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA with Utilities Included (87 Rentals)
Apartments in West Des Moines where your utility payments are included in your rent.


BelleMeade Apartments

Sierra Pointe Apartments

Mansions at Jordan Creek

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Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living

Strathmore Apartment Homes

Park West Apartments

Fountain Terrace

Keystone on 8th

Bella Terra
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Brookside Condo

TurtleCreek Apartments

Village at The Grove Townhomes

Chapel Ridge

Briarwood Grand Apartments

Greenway Square

Crown Pointe Apartments

Plaza 50 Apartments

Westbrooke Apartments

Woodland Place Apartments
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Somerfield Village Center Apartments

Country Club Village Apartments

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Meadow Ridge

Carriage Park

Woodland West NMC

Townhomes of Silver Oak

807 28th St

Valley Station

Williamson Residence
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484 S 19th St

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Dakota Apartments

The Lodge of Ashworth

Vista Court

Crestview Terrace

Glen Meadows Retirement Community

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Brick Towne at Kettlestone
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St. Andrews Apartments

Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

Park Avenue by Broadmoor

Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

Brick Towne at Waukee Central

Kettlestone Peak Apartments

Weston Park Apartments

The Middlebrook Lofts

Urban Heights
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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 with Utilities Included | $957 | $595 | $1,679 |
| West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $1,136 | $640 | $3,273 |
| West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $1,303 | $739 | $5,721 |
| West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $1,699 | $1,070 | $3,633 |
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West Des Moines Overview
West Des Moines is a nice, medium-sized town with just over 56,000 residents. Over the years, it has made many of the top 100 lists of best places to live as well as one of the best Hipster Cities in 2014 and 2015. This is due to the combination of great people, great food, and a fun loving and inclusive culture.
Why live in West Des Moines, IA?
There are a lot of things that make West Des Moines a special place to live, and that starts with Historic Valley Junction. It is a great place to shop or relax at a cafe. Add to that, the variety of companies to work for, and you've got a great town for both business and fun. Situated in the Raccoon River valley, the area provides lots of places to enjoy the great outdoors especially in the summer months. Finally, you won't find nicer or more welcoming people anywhere. You will feel as if you are part of the community as soon as you start looking for apartments in West Des Moines.
West Des Moines, IAPopulation: 66,641
Ranked #556
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in West Des Moines, IA
Valley High School
Stilwell Junior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Utilities Included West Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Utilities Included apartment in West Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Utilities Included Apartment in West Des Moines is at Lenox Properties listed at $595.
How much is the average rent for a Utilities Included West Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Utilities Included Apartment in West Des Moines is $1,066.
What is the largest Utilities Included West Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's Utilities Included apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $760 at Normandy Terrace Apartments.
What is the average size for West Des Moines Utilities Included Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Utilities Included rental in West Des Moines is currently at 703 sq ft.
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