Maple Grove Villas
8602 Westown Pky,
West Des Moines, IA 50266
$1,050 - $1,375
2-3 Beds
West Des Moines
West Des Moines, IA
Area Guide
Undeniable community traditions abound in West Des Moines
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West Des Moines combines suburban comfort with city conveniences in one of Iowa's growing communities. The Historic Valley Junction district preserves the area's railroad heritage through its collection of independent shops and eateries. Miles of trails wind through local parks and green spaces, while Jordan Creek Town Center stands as Iowa's largest shopping complex. The rental market remains stable, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,096 per month and three-bedroom units averaging $1,597.
Home to over 68,000 residents, West Des Moines has evolved from its railroad town roots while preserving its historic charm. Housing options range from historic properties near Valley Junction to residences near Glen Oaks Country Club. Major employers including Wells Fargo, Microsoft, and Hy-Vee contribute to the local economy. Notable areas include Glen Oaks, Valley Junction, and the Jordan Creek district, each with its own character and amenities. The West Des Moines Community School District serves the area, consistently maintaining strong academic ratings.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in West Des Moines, IA is $981 for a studio, $1,111 for one bedroom, $1,219 for two bedrooms, and $1,562 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Des Moines has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,111/month
740 Sq Ft
House
$1,866/month
1,529 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,314/month
1,139 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,992/month
1,573 Sq Ft
Transportation
44
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
1
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
42
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
537 Students
Crossroads Park Elementary School
Public
Grades K-6
521 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
748 Students
Jordan Creek Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-6
647 Students
Public
Grades K-5
603 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
684 Students
Public
Grades 9
687 Students
Public
Grades 10-12
2,152 Students
Public
Grades 9
687 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Raccoon River Park and Nature Lodge
- Maffitt Reservoir Park
- American Legion Park
- Walnut Woods State Park
- Brown's Woods
Military Bases
Airports
- Des Moines International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.