Homes for Rent in West Des Moines, IA Under $1,500 (24 Rentals)

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property at 1400 S 52nd St

$1,500

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rentals

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1400 S 52nd St

West Des MoinesIA50265
property at 6255 Beechtree Dr

$1,450

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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6255 Beechtree Dr, Unit 1105

6255 Beechtree Dr
West Des MoinesIA50266

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property at 228 1st St

$1,298

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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228 1st St

West Des MoinesIA50265
property at 232 1st St

$1,248

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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232 1st St

West Des MoinesIA50265

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property at 1042 56th St

$1,375

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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1042 56th St

Des MoinesIA50311
property at 1144 Polk Blvd

$1,250

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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1144 Polk Blvd

Des MoinesIA50311

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West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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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

What type of rentals are currently available in West Des Moines?

There are currently 333 Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $6,203. There are also 93 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Des Moines ranging from $865 to $4,500.

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 $865 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,298.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Des Moines?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Des Moines range from $1,070 to $3,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $2,395. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,700.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.