Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westwood Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $500 (74 Rentals)

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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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Drake Collection
1 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Collection

2931 Cottage Grove AveDes Moines, IA 50311
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Kingman Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kingman Gardens

3010 Kingman BlvdDes Moines, IA 50311
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Grand Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Terrace

2917 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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Roosevelt Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Roosevelt Manor

4223 Chamberlain DrDes Moines, IA 50312
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JK Sully1075
2 Bedroom Apartments

JK Sully1075

1075 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50311
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Drake Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Pointe

1101 25th StDes Moines, IA 50311
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4010 University
2 Bedroom Apartments

4010 University

4010 UniversityDes Moines, IA 50311
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Westwood, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Westwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westwood 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 Westwood 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
2813 Cottage Grove Ave1 bed1BR,1BA$720
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
The 31st Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
682 34th St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Weston Park ApartmentsPoppy1BR,1BA$754
Canary LoftsStudio A - S1Studio,1BA$795
Country Club Village ApartmentsAugusta1BR,1BA$815

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westwood, IA

As of February 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westwood area is the $0.89 price per square foot Remodeled 2BR/1BA 2 sinks Model at Four Seasons Apartments in the in the Northwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value Westwood apartment is the 3 bed Model at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave starting at $1,100 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Drake Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Four Seasons ApartmentsRemodeled 2BR/1BA 2 sinks2BR,1BA$0.89
2813 Cottage Grove Ave3 bed3BR,1BA$1.00
3120 Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 33120 Cottage Grove Ave2BR,1BA$0.94
Ingersoll TowersGreenwood2BR,1BA$0.97
Park West2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.12
Deer Ridge2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.15
Nelson LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.03
River Oaks Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.12
The 4220 Grand ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Lenox PropertiesGrand1BR,1BA$1.05

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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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Best Local Schools in
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for West Central Des Moines. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 Cheap Westwood Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Westwood?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Westwood Apartment?

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Westwood is starting from $822 at Weston Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable Westwood Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Westwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2813 Cottage Grove Ave and starts from $1,100.

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