New Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA (68 Rentals)

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Village of Ponderosa
Built in 20251 Bedroom Apartments

Village of Ponderosa

Bluestem Circle & Crescent WayWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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9061 Calvin Dr
Built in 20251 Bedroom Apartments

9061 Calvin Dr

9061 Calvin DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Manchester Townhomes
Built in 20233 Bedroom Apartments

Manchester Townhomes

9125 Calvin DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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304 5th St
Built in 2023Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

304 5th St

304 5th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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The Pointe on 88th
Built in 20231 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Pointe on 88th

520 S 88th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Willow Creek Rowhomes
Built in 2021Studio Apartments

Willow Creek Rowhomes

2748 SE Osier AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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329 5th St
Built in 20212 Bedroom Apartments

329 5th St

329 5th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Kings Grove Townhomes
Built in 20202 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Grove Townhomes

10049 Stark DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Aventura
Built in 2020Studio Apartments

Aventura

9065 Bishop DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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The Grove
Built in 20163 Bedroom Apartments

The Grove

1655 98th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Valley Station
Built in 20152 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Station

313-329 Lincoln StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Keystone Apartments
Built in 20151 Bedroom Apartments

Keystone Apartments

5472 Wild Rose LnWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about New West Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest New apartment in West Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable New Apartment in West Des Moines is at The Vibe at 8035 Apartments listed at $840.

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

The average rent for a New Apartment in West Des Moines is $1,332.

What is the largest New West Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's New apartment with the most square footage in West Des Moines is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $1,400 at Grand Valley Townhomes.

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

The average size for a New rental in West Des Moines is currently at 629 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.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.