Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westown Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA from $600 (57 Rentals)

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The Flats Apartments
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$749 - $1,131
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The Flats Apartments

3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Hamlet Apartments
$937 - $1,300
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Hamlet Apartments

2210 Ep True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Meadow Ridge
$989 - $1,089
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$989 - $1,089
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Meadow Ridge

1301 49th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Wellington Apartments
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$1,033 - $1,799
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Wellington Apartments

4700 EP True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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property at 1100 50th St

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

1100 50th St, Unit 1108

1100 50th St
West Des MoinesIA50266
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Ashworth Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ashworth Manor

1020 Ashworth RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Williamson Residence
2 Bedroom Apartments

Williamson Residence

1114-1124 Vine StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Dakota Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Dakota Apartments

5250 Dakota DrWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Westpointe Apartments
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$803 - $1,471
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Westpointe Apartments

2510 Canterbury RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Westridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westridge Apartments

8330 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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Executive Heights
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Executive Heights

8355 Alice AveClive, IA 50325
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Urban Heights
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Urban Heights

7631 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Westown, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Westown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westown area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Urban Heights priced from $650. The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $705. Here are the most affordable Westown apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive35 StudioStudio,1BA$705
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$725
The Flats ApartmentsSandstone1BR,1BA$749
Fairmeadows VillageStudioStudio,1BA$750
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom - UNFURNISHED1BR,1BA$799
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$803
Park West Apartments (old)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$820
WestwoodBloomfield2BR,1BA$820
The Vibe at 8035 Apartments35-1st-Bal-2Studio,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westown, IA

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westown area is the $1.05 price per square foot Bedford Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $1,965. The second greatest value Westown 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 Westown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesBedford3BR,2.5BA$1.05
Normandy Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.60
St. Andrews ApartmentsTWO BED/PATIO WALK -OUT/WASHER/DRYER2BR,1.5BA$1.33
Meadow RidgeStandard no laundry2BR,2BA$1.01
Lakeview2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard2BR,1BA$1.03
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 BD Oak2BR,1BA$0.97
Woodland Place Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.16
Carriage Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom - FURNISHED1BR,1BA$1.22
Park West Apartments (old)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.31

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Westown, West Des Moines, IA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Iowa and customized analysis for Des Moines, Iowa. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Westown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Westown is at Urban Heights listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Westown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Westown Apartment is $749 at The Flats Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Westown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Westown is starting from $820 at Westwood.

What is the most affordable Westown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Westown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sun Prairie & Vista Court and starts from $1,106.

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