
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Westwood Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (5 Rentals)
Rental terms in the Westwood area of Des Moines as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
From flexibility to potential costs, explore the key benefits and drawbacks of short-term rental housing from a renter's perspective.

6 Months
Hampton House Apartments
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
Ingersoll Flats
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
Weston Park Apartments
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

3 Months, 6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
Clover Hills Apartments
Westwood, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Westwood Studio Apartments | $875 | $625 | $1,155 |
Westwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $966 | $695 | $2,411 |
Westwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,118 | $795 | $2,200 |
Westwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,263 | $1,100 | $1,600 |
Westwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $1,420 | $1,555 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Westwood Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestwood, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #30
Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Westwood, Des Moines, IA
Hanawalt Elementary
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Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise dogs and cats. This area has established a name for itself as one of our preferred submarkets for renting with pets, 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 Short-term Westwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Westwood?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Westwood is at Ingersoll Park Studios listed at $625.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Westwood Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Westwood is $806.
What is the largest Short-term Westwood Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Westwood is a 925 square feet unit starting from $795 at Clover Hills Apartments.
What is the average size for Westwood Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Westwood is currently at 501 sq ft.
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.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters
Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.