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Woodland Heights, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Woodland Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,376 | $825 | $2,200 |
| Woodland Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,498 | $1,150 | $1,945 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Woodland Heights Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA.
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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. Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Woodland Heights apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Green | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Kingman Gardens | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Woodland Heights, IA
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Woodland Heights area is the $1.00 price per square foot Model A Model at The Elmhurst in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Woodland Heights apartment is the 2 bed Model at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave starting at $900 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Drake Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Woodland Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Elmhurst | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 2813 Cottage Grove Ave | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Arlington Hallett | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Ingersoll Flats | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Hamilton Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| JK Sully1075 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Kingman Gardens | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Woodland Avenue Brickstone | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Village on Grand | 1 B 1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| MLK Brickstone Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Woodland Heights
What type of rentals are currently available in Woodland Heights?
There are currently 332 Apartments for Rent in Woodland Heights, IA with pricing that ranges from $565 to $4,042. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Woodland Heights ranging from $560 to $2,200.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Woodland Heights ranges from $560 to $2,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,165.
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