
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waveland Woods Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (67 Rentals)
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Ingersoll Park Studios

3309 University Ave

The Drake

Beaverdale Housing LLC

Windsor Terrace Apartments

Hampton House Apartments

Franklin Court Apartments

Harsunvest HKM - 5902-5906 Hickman Rd

Forest Avenue Village

3721 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 6

3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 3

Lofts on 34th

Imperial Grand Prix

Ingersoll Towers

Windsor Chateau

2408 Beaver Ave, Unit Apt B

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

Westpointe Apartments

Normandy Terrace Apartments

Clover Hills Apartments

Country Club Village Apartments

Olde English Village
Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waveland Woods?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Waveland Woods Studio Apartments | $784 | $575 | $1,100 |
Waveland Woods 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,168 | $675 | $3,900 |
Waveland Woods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,134 | $795 | $4,000 |
Waveland Woods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $1,000 | $1,750 |
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Cheapest Available Waveland Woods Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waveland Woods 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 Woods 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 |
Lenox Properties | Drake | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio,1BA | $717 |
682 34th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Hampton House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Country Club Village Apartments | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
Robin Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
Olde English Village | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Nelson LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waveland Woods, IA
As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waveland Woods area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3120 Cottage Grove Ave Model at 3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Waveland Woods apartment is the Greenwood Model at Ingersoll Towers starting at $901 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waveland Woods apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 3 | 3120 Cottage Grove Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Ingersoll Towers | Greenwood | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Park West | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Nelson LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
The 4220 Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Village on Grand | 2 B 1 B | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Lenox Properties | Grand | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Urban Green Apartments | 1 bedroom update stainless | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
3721 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 6 | 3721 Cottage Grove Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Olde English Village | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaveland Woods, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #35
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA
Windsor Elementary
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Best Local Schools in Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA
Windsor Elementary
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Waveland Woods Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
25 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 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 Woods Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waveland Woods?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waveland Woods is at Ingersoll Park Studios listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waveland Woods Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waveland Woods Apartment is $675 at Lenox Properties.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waveland Woods Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waveland Woods is starting from $825 at Nelson LLC.
What is the most affordable Waveland Woods Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waveland Woods Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westpointe Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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