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3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Westridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westridge Apartments

8330 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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Ingersoll Park
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Ingersoll Park

4906 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Executive Heights
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Executive Heights

8355 Alice AveClive, IA 50325
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Windsor Heights, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Windsor Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Windsor Heights, IA is a Studio unit found at The View On Hickman in the Windsor Heights neighborhood priced from $625. The View on Douglas in the Merle Hay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Windsor Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The View On HickmanNew Build Apartment Available for Immediate Mov...Studio,1BA$625
The View on DouglasCompletely Renovated Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$650
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$675
Plaza ManorAzalea2BR,1BA$719
The Village at WestchesterBedford II2BR,1BA$735
The Flats ApartmentsSandstone1BR,1BA$738
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$756
Crossroad Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$775
Olde English Village1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Windsor Heights, IA

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Windsor Heights 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 Windsor Heights apartment is the 5000 Twana Dr Model at 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 starting at $1,050 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Merle Hay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Windsor Heights 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
5000 Twana Dr, Unit 15000 Twana Dr2BR,1BA$1.05
Hamlet ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.07
Clover HillsB1 Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.06
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 BD Oak2BR,1BA$1.02
Crossroad Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
Bristol RidgeB32BR,1BA$1.13
The Village at WestchesterBedford2BR,1BA$1.00
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom- Call for Specials1BR,1BA$1.11
1136 1/2 68th St, Unit 1136 121136 1/2 68th St1BR,1BA$0.99

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Windsor Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Windsor Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Windsor Heights is at The View On Hickman listed at $625.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Windsor Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Windsor Heights Apartment is $738 at The Flats Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Windsor Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Windsor Heights is starting from $719 at Plaza Manor.

What is the most affordable Windsor Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Windsor Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Country Club Village Apartments and starts from $1,140.

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