
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterbury Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (80 Rentals)
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Ingersoll Park Studios

3309 University Ave

The Drake

Beaverdale Housing LLC

2915 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 3

Windsor Terrace Apartments

Hampton House Apartments

Four Seasons Apartments

Harsunvest HKM - 5902-5906 Hickman Rd

Forest Avenue Village

3000 Grand Apartments

Imperial Grand Prix

Lofts on 34th

3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 3

3721 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 6

Franklin Court Apartments

2813 Cottage Grove Ave

4010 University

2408 Beaver Ave, Unit Apt B

Ingersoll Towers

Bryn Mawr Apartments

Windsor Square by Broadmoor
Waterbury, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterbury?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Waterbury Studio Apartments | $792 | $575 | $1,100 |
Waterbury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $926 | $675 | $1,250 |
Waterbury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,026 | $795 | $2,251 |
Waterbury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $1,040 | $1,795 |
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There are currently 80 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waterbury Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Waterbury Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterbury area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Ingersoll Park Studios priced from $625. The Eddy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Waterbury apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ingersoll Park Studios | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
The Eddy | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Lenox Properties | Drake | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
The Drake | B3 | 1BR,1BA | $680 |
Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
Windsor Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
682 34th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Hampton House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Briarwood Grand Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterbury, IA
As of March 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterbury area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 bed Model at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave in the in the Drake Park neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Waterbury apartment is the 3120 Cottage Grove Ave Model at 3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 3 starting at $850 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Merle Hay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterbury apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2813 Cottage Grove Ave | 3 bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 3 | 3120 Cottage Grove Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Urban Green Apartments | 2 BD Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
The 31st Street Apartments | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Deer Ridge | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
Nelson LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
The 4220 Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Lenox Properties | Grand | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Village on Grand | 2 B 1 B | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
2921 High St, Unit #4 | 2921 High St | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaterbury, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #30
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Waterbury, Des Moines, IA
Hanawalt Elementary
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Best Local Schools in Waterbury, Des Moines, IA
Hanawalt Elementary
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Waterbury Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
25 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterbury Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waterbury?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waterbury is at Ingersoll Park Studios listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterbury Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterbury Apartment is $675 at Lenox Properties.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waterbury Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterbury is starting from $795 at Lenox Properties.
What is the most affordable Waterbury Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waterbury Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Briarwood Grand Apartments and starts from $1,075.
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