Apartments for Rent in the Westwood Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (305 Rentals)

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543 53rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

543 53rd St

543 53rd StDes Moines, IA 50312
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5008 Ingersoll Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

5008 Ingersoll Ave

5008 Ingersoll AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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500 Polk Blvd
Studio Apartments

500 Polk Blvd

500 Polk BlvdDes 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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526 48th St
Studio Apartments

526 48th St

526 48th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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534-538 Polk Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

534-538 Polk Blvd

534-538 Polk BlvdDes Moines, IA 50312
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4404 Grand Ave
Studio Apartments

4404 Grand Ave

4404 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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629 49th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

629 49th St

629 49th StDes Moines, IA 50312
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4334 Grand Ave
Studio Apartments

4334 Grand Ave

4334 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Westwood, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Westwood, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #29

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 works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Iowa including Westwood, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Outdoors Rating

Love parks and outdoor amenities? this neighborhood has a reputation as providing top-rated access to parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

Westwood has come to be one of the finest upscale neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, concierge services, park access, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury communities also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise dogs or cats? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Westwood Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 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.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Westwood

How much are Studio apartments in Westwood?

There are currently 65 Studio Apartments in Westwood with rent ranges from $625 to $1,155 with an average price of $875.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Westwood Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Westwood ranges from $675 to $2,411 with an average monthly rent of $982.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Westwood cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Westwood range from $795 to $2,200. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,111.

How expensive are Westwood Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 18 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Westwood on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $1,420 - averaging $1,248 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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