
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Maplenol Heights Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA from $500 (37 Rentals)
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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 | $759 | $599 | $1,169 |
| Maplenol Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,009 | $680 | $1,601 |
| Maplenol Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $800 | $2,200 |
| Maplenol Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $1,070 | $2,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 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 Urban Heights priced from $599. The View On Hickman has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Maplenol Heights apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| The Flats Apartments | Sandstone | 1BR,1BA | $680 |
| The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive | Studio Furnished | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| The Vibe at 8035 Apartments | Micro Living at its Finest Near The Vibe | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| Sherwood Glen | Kirklees | 1BR,1BA | $788 |
| Bennett Grand Woods Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Hamlet Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Robin Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $801 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Maplenol Heights, IA
As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Maplenol Heights area is the $0.99 price per square foot Berkeley Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $1,855. 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 Golf & Country Club 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 | $0.99 |
| Normandy Terrace Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.60 |
| Diamond Brooke | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Colonial Village | Richmond | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
| Meadow Ridge | 2x2 2nd flr w/laundry | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Lakeview | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Woodland Place Apartments, LLC | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Crest Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale | 1 BR Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Element at Valley West | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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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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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Maplenol Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Maplenol Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Maplenol Heights is under $801.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Maplenol Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Maplenol Heights is The Flats Apartments which is listed at $680, while the average apartment in Maplenol Heights costs $1,207.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Maplenol Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 44 regular apartments in Maplenol Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Maplenol Heights?
Cheap apartments in Maplenol Heights have an average cost of $147 which is $1,060 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Maplenol Heights.
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