
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Maplenol Heights Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA from $600 (46 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Maplenol Heights area of West Des Moines.


The Flats Apartments

Normandy Terrace Apartments

Bennett Grand Woods Apartments

Clover Hills

Robin Hill

Element at Valley West

Sun Prairie & Vista Court

Briarwood Grand Apartments
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Colonial Village

Westwood Apartments

Eastwood on Grand

1831 Fuller Rd

Olde English Village

Woodland West

Country Club Village Apartments

West Glen Apartments

Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living
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Carriage Park

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Washington Manor

Woodland Place Apartments, LLC

Meadow Ridge

Polo Club
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Fountains Apartments

Keystone Apartments

484 S 19th St

Iowa G21 LLC

The View On Hickman

Urban Heights

The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive

Westpointe Apartments

Sherwood Glen
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Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

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Executive Heights

Capri Apartments

West Winds Apartments

2170 NW 82nd St
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Maplenol Heights, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Maplenol Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maplenol Heights Studio Apartments | $809 | $625 | $1,550 |
| Maplenol Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,007 | $705 | $1,717 |
| Maplenol Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $813 | $2,100 |
| Maplenol Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $1,070 | $2,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Maplenol Heights Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Maplenol Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Maplenol Heights area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at The View On Hickman priced from $625. Urban Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Maplenol Heights apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The Flats Apartments | Sandstone | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive | 35 Studio | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| Bennett Grand Woods Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| The Vibe at 8035 Apartments | 35-2nd-Bal | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Robin Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $798 |
| Element at Valley West | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Windsor Chateau Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Maplenol Heights, IA
As of February 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Maplenol Heights area is the $1.07 price per square foot Berkeley Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Maplenol Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Normandy Terrace Apartments starting at $900 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Maplenol Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes | Berkeley | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| Normandy Terrace Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.60 |
| Diamond Brooke | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Colonial Village | Jamestown | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
| Meadow Ridge | 2x2 2nd flr w/laundry | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Washington Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| West Glen Apartments | B1 Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.92 |
| Lakeview | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Crest Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Woodland West | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Maplenol Heights, West Des Moines, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Maplenol Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Maplenol Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Maplenol Heights is at The View On Hickman listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Maplenol Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Maplenol Heights Apartment is $705 at The Flats Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Maplenol Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Maplenol Heights is starting from $813 at Colonial Village.
What is the most affordable Maplenol Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Maplenol Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Briarwood Grand Apartments and starts from $1,075.
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