
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Westown Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA (13 Rentals)
Rental terms in the Westown area of West Des Moines as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
Element at Valley West

Total Monthly Price
Hamlet Apartments

3 Months, 15 Months
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes

3 Months, 13 Months
PointeWest

3 Months, 15 Months
Ashworth Pointe Townhomes
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The Flats Apartments

12 Months
Furnished Studio-Des Moines - West Des Moines

Boulder Ridge Apartment Homes

6 Months, 13 Months
The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive

12 Months
St. Andrews Apartments

6 Months, 14 Months
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale
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3 Months, 14 Months
The Vibe at 8035 Apartments
Westown, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westown Studio Apartments | $855 | $705 | $1,679 |
| Westown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $978 | $750 | $1,325 |
| Westown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $748 | $1,799 |
| Westown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $1,070 | $1,986 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Westown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Westown?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Westown is at The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive listed at $705.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Westown Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Westown is $1,292.
What is the largest Short-term Westown Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Westown is a 1,870 square feet unit starting from $1,914 at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes.
What is the average size for Westown Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Westown is currently at 780 sq ft.
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