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Valley Station
2 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Station

313-329 Lincoln StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Sunrise Valley
3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Valley

1033-1039 5th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Ashworth Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ashworth Manor

1020 Ashworth RdWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The Pointe on 88th
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Pointe on 88th

520 S 88th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available West Des Moines Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Westpointe Apartments in the Windsor Heights neighborhood priced from $650. Lenox Properties in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Des Moines apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$650
Lenox PropertiesDrake1BR,1BA$675
The McCoy at 8035 ApartmentsReal Deal Living to Budget Better & up to $1000...Studio,1BA$705
The Flats ApartmentsTawny1BR,1BA$727
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
Weston Park ApartmentsPoppy1BR,1BA$754
Sherwood GlenKirklees II1BR,1BA$800
Briarwood Grand Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$810
Robin Hill1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$815
Country Club Village ApartmentsAugusta1BR,1BA$815

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA

As of February 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Des Moines area is the $0.98 price per square foot Timberline Model at Timberline Ridge in the starting from $2,350. The second greatest value West Des Moines apartment is the 9047 Daisy Drive #107 Model at Greenway Square starting at $2,115 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the The Pinnacle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Timberline RidgeTimberline3BR,3BA$0.98
Greenway Square9047 Daisy Drive #1073BR,3.5BA$1.02
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesAndover3BR,2.5BA$0.97
Maplewood Townhouses2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes2BR,2BA$1.00
Element at Valley WestC4p2BR,2BA$1.01
Somerfield Village Center Apartments1 Bedroom w/Den1BR,1BA$1.03
Boulder Ridge Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.03
Colonial VillagePlymouth1BR,1BA$1.00
Nelson LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.03
Woodland WestTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.04

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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®

44 / 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

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 West Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Des Moines is at Westpointe Apartments listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment?

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

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment for rent?

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

What is the most affordable West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Briarwood Grand Apartments and starts from $1,075.

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