Cheap Homes for Rent in Westown Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA from $1,400 (3 Rentals)

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property at 150 S Prairie View Dr

$1,450

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$1,450

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available May 1

150 S Prairie View Dr

West Des MoinesIA50266

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Westown, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westown, IA

As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westown area is the $0.60 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Normandy Terrace Apartments in the in the Golf & Country Club neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Westown apartment is the Chesapeake Model at Colonial Village starting at $1,101 with a $0.79 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.
Normandy Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.60
Colonial VillageChesapeake3BR,2BA$0.79
Meadow Ridge2x2 3rd floor standard w/laundry2BR,2BA$1.01
Crown Pointe Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.16
Washington ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.88
Clover HillsB1 Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.06
Lakeview2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard2BR,1BA$1.01
Woodland Place Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.16
Urban Green Apartments1 BR Oak1BR,1BA$1.12
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom- Call for Specials1BR,1BA$1.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Westown, West Des Moines, IA

Ranked #5

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Westown

What type of rentals are currently available in Westown?

There are currently 109 Apartments for Rent in Westown, IA with pricing that ranges from $625 to $2,183. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Westown ranging from $1,450 to $2,850.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Westown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Westown ranges from $1,450 to $2,850 with an average monthly rent of $2,019.

Expert Rental Resources

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