Cheap Homes for Rent in Woodland Heights Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA from $700 (13 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Woodland Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Woodland Heights area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Village Green priced from $600. The Acacia has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Woodland Heights apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600
The AcaciaStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$647
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$650
Arlington HallettStudio WestStudio,1BA$680
The Brady Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Woodland Heights, IA

As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Woodland Heights area is the $0.70 price per square foot 2 BR/ 1 BA Model at 3612 Ingersoll Ave in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Woodland Heights apartment is the Model A Model at The Elmhurst starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Woodland Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3612 Ingersoll Ave2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$0.70
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
2813 Cottage Grove Ave2 bed2BR,1BA$0.82
1215 23rd St, Unit 1215 23RD apt #31215 23rd St2BR,1BA$0.80
Hamilton ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.84
Ingersoll TowersAshworth2BR,1BA$0.96
Woodland Avenue Brickstone2x1 8502BR,1BA$1.19
The 31st Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom + Den1BR,1BA$1.02
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$0.93
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodland Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Woodland Heights?

There are currently 337 Apartments for Rent in Woodland Heights, IA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $3,423. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Woodland Heights ranging from $700 to $1,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Woodland Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Woodland Heights ranges from $700 to $1,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,102.

Expert Rental Resources

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 Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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.