1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (122 Rentals)

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Whisper Ridge

9005 Bridgewood BlvdWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Largest Available West Des Moines and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in West Des Moines, IA is found at West Glen Town Center Apartments in the Sun Prairie neighborhood and is 1,100 square feet priced from $1,375. Somerfield Village Center Apartments in the Jordan Grove neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,071 square feet and currently listed start at $1,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in West Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
West Glen Town Center Apartments1 Bed Loft 1100 sq ft1,100 Sq Ft$1,375
Somerfield Village Center Apartments1 Bedroom w/Den1,071 Sq Ft$1,100
Sierra Pointe ApartmentsBradford1,010 Sq Ft$1,550
360 at Jordan WestCove1,010 Sq Ft$1,606
Launch Townhomes1 Bedroom1,000 Sq Ft$1,350
BelleMeade ApartmentsD952 Sq Ft$1,340
Broadmoor at Jordan CreekMadison892 Sq Ft$1,495
The Cunningham ApartmentsJade868 Sq Ft$1,400
PointeWestA4R856 Sq Ft$1,437
Strathmore Apartment HomesOne Bedroom740 Sq Ft$1,052

Cheapest Available West Des Moines and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in West Des Moines, IA is the Drake Model starting from $675 at Lenox Properties in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. The second most affordable West Des Moines 1 Bedroom is the Tawny Model at The Flats Apartments starting at $752 in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in West Des Moines is currently $1,209. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in West Des Moines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Lenox PropertiesDrake$675
The Flats ApartmentsTawny$752
Chad Estates1 bedroom$765
Weston Park ApartmentsLaurel$767
Sherwood GlenKirklees II$800
Westpointe ApartmentsLincoln$804
Briarwood Grand Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$810
Robin Hill1 Bed 1 Bath$815
Country Club Village ApartmentsAugusta$815
Olde English Village1 Bed | 1 Bath | 662 sq ft$825

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West Des Moines Overview

West Des Moines is a nice, medium-sized town with just over 56,000 residents. Over the years, it has made many of the top 100 lists of best places to live as well as one of the best Hipster Cities in 2014 and 2015. This is due to the combination of great people, great food, and a fun loving and inclusive culture.

Why live in West Des Moines, IA?

There are a lot of things that make West Des Moines a special place to live, and that starts with Historic Valley Junction. It is a great place to shop or relax at a cafe. Add to that, the variety of companies to work for, and you've got a great town for both business and fun. Situated in the Raccoon River valley, the area provides lots of places to enjoy the great outdoors especially in the summer months. Finally, you won't find nicer or more welcoming people anywhere. You will feel as if you are part of the community as soon as you start looking for apartments in West Des Moines.

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Getting Around West Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom West Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in West Des Moines with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in West Des Moines is at Lenox Properties listed at $675.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in West Des Moines is $1,209.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $1,375 at West Glen Town Center Apartments.

What is the average size for West Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in West Des Moines is currently 700 sq ft.

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