Cheap Homes for Rent in Westown Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA from $700 (3 Rentals)

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Westown, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westown, IA

As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westown area is the $1.02 price per square foot Andover Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value Westown apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Chapel Ridge starting at $1,200 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesAndover3BR,2.5BA$1.02
Chapel Ridge3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.11
Lakeview3 Bedroom 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.05
Colonial VillagePlymouth1BR,1BA$0.95
Crest Manor1 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
Park West2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.01
Nelson LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.03
Woodland WestTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.95
Urban Green Apartments1 BR Oak1BR,1BA$1.15
Washington ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Westown

What type of rentals are currently available in Westown?

There are currently 106 Apartments for Rent in Westown, IA with pricing that ranges from $670 to $2,022. There are also 5 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Westown ranging from $750 to $1,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Westown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Westown ranges from $750 to $1,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,306.

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

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & Tenants

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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