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Windsor Heights, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Windsor Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Windsor Heights, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Plaza Manor in the Merle Hay neighborhood priced from $681. Westpointe Apartments in the Windsor Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Windsor Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Plaza ManorAzalea2BR,1BA$681
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$745
Chad Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$765

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Windsor Heights, IA

As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Windsor Heights area is the $1.10 price per square foot 7815 Douglas Ave Model at 7815 Douglas Ave, Unit 102 in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Windsor Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Courtyard Model at Lakeview starting at $910 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Windsor Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7815 Douglas Ave, Unit 1027815 Douglas Ave2BR,1.5BA$1.10
Lakeview2 Bedroom 1.5 Courtyard2BR,1.5BA$0.97
Fairmeadows Village-55+ Rental Community1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.19
Bexley Urbandale2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1BA$1.15
Crest Manor1 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
Park West2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.21
Nelson LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.03
The Village at WestchesterHarrison2BR,1BA$1.00
Urban Green Apartments1 BR Oak1BR,1BA$1.15
Chad Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about Windsor Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Windsor Heights?

There are currently 170 Apartments for Rent in Windsor Heights, IA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $2,280. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Windsor Heights ranging from $800 to $2,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Windsor Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Windsor Heights ranges from $800 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,873.

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

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

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