1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Woodland Heights Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA (132 Rentals)

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property at 1400 Walnut St

$3,635

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jan 3, 2026

1400 Walnut St

Des MoinesIA50309
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Summit House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Summit House

2880 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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1069 33rd St
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1069 33rd St

1069 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311

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1503 Pleasant St
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1503 Pleasant St

1503 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50314
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1131 22nd St
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1131 22nd St

1131 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1415 34th St
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1415 34th St

1415 34th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1617 Woodland Ave
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1617 Woodland Ave

1617 Woodland AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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1144 36th St
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1144 36th St

1144 36th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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643-651 31st St
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643-651 31st St

643-651 31st StDes Moines, IA 50312
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1316 22nd St
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1316 22nd St

1316 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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1169 22nd St
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1169 22nd St

1169 22nd StDes Moines, IA 50311

Woodland Heights, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Woodland Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Woodland Heights area of Des Moines, IA is found at Gateway Lofts and is listed at 889 square feet priced from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Gateway Lofts1BR/1.0BA889 Sq Ft$1,295
The 31st Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom + Den828 Sq Ft$834
University Place Lofts800 Sq Ft$900
Hamilton ApartmentsOne Bedroom800 Sq Ft$800
Ingersoll Square LoftsPhase I A2795 Sq Ft$1,100
722 18th St1x1700 Sq Ft$845
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-700670 Sq Ft$650
High Street BrickstoneOne Bedroom670 Sq Ft$885
The ElmhurstModel C600 Sq Ft$865
Woodland Avenue Brickstone1x1 630505 Sq Ft$775

Cheapest Available Woodland Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Woodland Heights of Des Moines, IA is the 1x1 670-700 Model starting from $650 at Stockbridge Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Woodland Heights is currently $1,156. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-700$650
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom$730
Woodland Avenue Brickstone1x1 630$775
The Drake ApartmentsB1$775
Inglewood Apartments2901 Ingersoll$795
Village on Grand1 B 1 B$799
Pleasant Court1 Bedroom$799
Hamilton ApartmentsOne Bedroom$800
The Acacia1 Bed 1 Bath - Classic$800
Four Seasons ApartmentsJr One Bedroom Furnished$815

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Woodland Heights, West Des Moines, IA

Ranked #9

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including West Des Moines. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Woodland Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Woodland Heights with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Woodland Heights is at Stockbridge Apartments listed at $650.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Woodland Heights Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Woodland Heights is $1,156.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Woodland Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Woodland Heights is a 889 square feet unit starting from $1,295 at Gateway Lofts.

What is the average size for Woodland Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Woodland Heights is currently 619 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!