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Ingersoll Park Studios
3323 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Lenox Properties
4215 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Hampton House Apartments
4200 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Beaverdale Housing LLC
1417 Beaver AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Windsor Terrace Apartments
3333 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Imperial Grand Prix
3407 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Forest Avenue Village
3201 Forest AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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1137 44th St
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3612 Ingersoll Ave
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3612 Ingersoll Ave
3612 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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1250 73rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
4009 University Ave
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Twin Oaks Residences
6315-6319 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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Franklin Court Apartments
4925 Franklin AveDes Moines, IA 50310
4010 University
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The James on Grand
3707 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Ingersoll Towers
3662 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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3607 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Park West Apartments
1155 Office Park RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The View On Hickman
7625 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Normandy Terrace Apartments
1800 Grand AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waveland Woods Studio Apartments | $780 | $625 | $1,100 |
| Waveland Woods 1 Bedroom Apartments | $971 | $695 | $2,411 |
| Waveland Woods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,116 | $795 | $2,200 |
| Waveland Woods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $1,040 | $2,200 |
| Waveland Woods 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $1,420 | $1,555 |
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There are currently 72 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waveland Woods Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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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. Urban Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Waveland Woods apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ingersoll Park Studios | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| The Eddy | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Ingersoll Park Studio Apartments 3607 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Lenox Properties | Drake | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Hampton House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Beaverdale Housing LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| Windsor Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waveland Woods, IA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waveland Woods area is the $1.02 price per square foot 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 912 sq ft Model at Olde English Village in the in the Grand Avenue neighborhood starting from $930. The second greatest value Waveland Woods apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Crest Manor starting at $895 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Windsor Heights 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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| Olde English Village | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 912 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Crest Manor | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Park West Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Nelson LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Urban Green Apartments | 1 BR Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 3612 Ingersoll Ave | 1 BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.04 |
| Village on Grand | 1 B 1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Chad Estates | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA
Windsor Elementary
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Public School - Grades K-5 (296)
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waveland Woods Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waveland Woods?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waveland Woods is under $730.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waveland Woods?
The cheapest apartment in Waveland Woods is Lenox Properties which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Waveland Woods costs $1,420.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waveland Woods?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Waveland Woods that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Waveland Woods?
Cheap apartments in Waveland Woods have an average cost of $107 which is $1,313 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waveland Woods.
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