Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waveland Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (98 Rentals)

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Uplift Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Uplift Manor

2916 30th StDes Moines, IA 50310
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3809 University Ave
Studio Apartments

3809 University Ave

3809 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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The Winona
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Winona

527 40th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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Ingersoll Park
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Ingersoll Park

4906 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Waveland Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waveland Park area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Ingersoll Park Studios priced from $625. Lenox Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Waveland Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ingersoll Park Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Lenox PropertiesDrake1BR,1BA$675
Beaverdale Housing LLCStudioStudio,1BA$710
Oakview TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$710
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$717
The 31st Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
682 34th St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Canary LoftsStudio A - S1Studio,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waveland Park, IA

As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waveland Park 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 Waveland Park 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 Waveland Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2813 Cottage Grove Ave3 bed3BR,1BA$1.00
3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 33120 Cottage Grove Ave2BR,1BA$0.94
Ingersoll TowersGreenwood2BR,1BA$0.98
The Birch (Douglas Terrace)Elevated 2 Bed2BR,1BA$0.94
Park West2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.12
Nelson LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.03
The 4220 Grand ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Lenox PropertiesGrand1BR,1BA$1.05
Village on Grand2 B 1 B2BR,1BA$1.20
Discover Modern Comfort at Welbeck Apartme...Upgraded 2 BR/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.19

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #23

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Waveland Park, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Waveland Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 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.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waveland Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waveland Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waveland Park is at Ingersoll Park Studios listed at $625.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waveland Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waveland Park Apartment is $675 at Lenox Properties.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waveland Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waveland Park is starting from $797 at The Birch (Douglas Terrace).

What is the most affordable Waveland Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Waveland Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westpointe Apartments and starts from $1,000.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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