
Homes for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (82 Rentals)


150 S Prairie View Dr

8302 Westown Pky

7425 Wistful Vista Dr

6460 Galleria Dr, Unit 1102, Unit 1102

933 Prime St

239 S 87th St

1129 22nd St

Furnished Studio-Des Moines - West Des Moines

1261 8th St, Unit SI ID1036841P
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8350 Cascade Ave, Unit SI ID1285751P

1261 8th St, Unit SI ID1036843P

8350 Cascade Ave, Unit SI ID1288620P

8350 Cascade Ave, Unit SI ID1285750P

492 Bluestem Cir

2374 SE Callista Ave

950 67th St

254 S 91st St

1400 S 52nd St

7144 Cody Dr
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9598 Capstone Ct

7425 Wistful Vista Dr

8302 Westown Pkwy

9160 Greenspire Dr

8601 Westown Pkwy

2715 Meadow Ln

9065 Greenspire Dr

552 86th St

180 80th St

160 80th St
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716 Knolls Ct

9134 Calvin Dr

9748 Crowning Dr

9128 Calvin Dr

1257 S 91st St

1139 S 91st St

2486 SE Morningdew Dr

9122 Calvin Dr

8891 Primo Ln

320 34th St

1477 S King's Grv Ave

1493 S King's Grv Ave

715 Napoli Ave

4542 Meadow Valley Dr

470 S 91st St

3516 Breckenridge Dr

9434 Winterberry Dr

454 S 91st St

12383 Wellington Ridge Dr

3816 82nd St
West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,463 | $1,050 | $1,995 |
| West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,156 | $1,550 | $3,200 |
| West Des Moines 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,628 | $1,850 | $3,750 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Des Moines
What type of rentals are currently available in West Des Moines?
There are currently 336 Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $5,416. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Des Moines ranging from $1,050 to $3,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Des Moines?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Des Moines ranges from $1,050 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,082.
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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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