Cheap Homes for Rent in Outer West Des Moines Urbandale Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA from $500 (39 Rentals)

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Outer West Des Moines Urbandale, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer West Des Moines Urbandale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer West Des Moines Urbandale area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $548. Clover Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $593. Here are the most affordable Outer West Des Moines Urbandale apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$548
Clover Creek0/1 - ClassicStudio,1BA$593
The Flats on 21st1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$595
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607StudioStudio,1BA$625
The AcaciaStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$647
The Grove at Hickman1x11BR,1BA$650
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer West Des Moines Urbandale, IA

As of October 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer West Des Moines Urbandale area is the $0.96 price per square foot Andover Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $1,802. The second greatest value Outer West Des Moines Urbandale apartment is the 2 BR/ 1 BA Furnished Model at 3612 Ingersoll Ave starting at $1,500 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer West Des Moines Urbandale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesAndover3BR,2.5BA$0.96
3612 Ingersoll Ave2 BR/ 1 BA Furnished2BR,1BA$0.94
Element at Valley WestC4 Premium2BR,2BA$0.93
3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit Apt 23120 Cottage Grove Ave1BR,1BA$0.84
Hamilton ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.84
Clover HillsB2 Classic2BR,1.5BA$0.97
Bristol RidgeB62BR,2BA$0.99
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 BD Oak2BR,1BA$0.94
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$0.93
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80

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Frequently Asked Questions about Outer West Des Moines Urbandale

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

There are currently 814 Apartments for Rent in Outer West Des Moines Urbandale, IA with pricing that ranges from $535 to $6,856. There are also 134 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer West Des Moines Urbandale ranging from $545 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Outer West Des Moines Urbandale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer West Des Moines Urbandale ranges from $545 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,721.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Outer West Des Moines Urbandale range from $748 to $2,937, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $2,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $965.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

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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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.