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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,340 | $825 | $1,750 |
| West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,943 | $1,400 | $2,550 |
| West Des Moines 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,566 | $1,900 | $4,000 |
| West Des Moines 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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There are currently 334 Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $574 to $2,751. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Des Moines ranging from $825 to $6,500.
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Des Moines ranges from $825 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,652.
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Des Moines range from $574 to $2,751, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,700.
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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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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