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Rental Market Trends in Windsor Heights, IA

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Windsor Heights, IA is $1,257/month.

Rent in Windsor Heights is 24% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,257/month

Average Rent

651 Sq Ft

Average Size

+5%

Change / Year

120

Available Apartments

Windsor Heights rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Windsor Heights average $1,112 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Windsor Heights average $1,257 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Windsor Heights average $1,155 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Windsor Heights average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,112/month
590 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,257/month
651 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,155/month
884 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Windsor Heights, IA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 5%, which averages out to $64 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Windsor Heights, IA

August 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Windsor Heights, IA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
50% $700 - $1,000/month
50% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Windsor Heights, IA?

Because the average rent in Windsor Heights is $1,257, you’ll want to make about $4,190 per month or $50,280 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Windsor Heights, IA

120 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Windsor Heights, IA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Windsor Heights, IA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

Apartment Averages

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Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Clive

    Clive

    Avg Rent: $901/month

  • Urbandale

    Urbandale

    Avg Rent: $968/month

  • West Des Moines

    West Des Moines

    Avg Rent: $1,134/month

  • Johnston

    Johnston

    Avg Rent: $1,111/month

  • Des Moines

    Des Moines

    Avg Rent: $1,024/month

  • Grimes

    Grimes

    Avg Rent: $1,125/month

  • Norwalk

    Norwalk

    Avg Rent: $1,076/month

  • Cumming

    Cumming

    Avg Rent: $1,298/month

Apartment Communities in Windsor Heights We Think You'll Love

Olde English Village

Olde English Village

1201 Office Park Rd,
West Des Moines, IA 50265

1-2 Beds | $815 - $1,030

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

900 65th St,
Des Moines, IA 50324

1-2 Beds | $995 - $1,475

Cambridge Court

Cambridge Court

1225 11th St,
West Des Moines, IA 50265

1-3 Beds | $890 - $1,507

Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

7715 Hickman Rd,
Urbandale, IA 50322

1-2 Beds | $865 - $995

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Windsor Heights?

The average rent in Windsor Heights is $1,257 per month, which is 24.4% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Windsor Heights?

Rents in Windsor Heights, IA are increasing, with prices up 5.0% year-over-year and $64 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Windsor Heights?

In Windsor Heights, IA, 50% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Iowa Windsor Heights Rental Trends

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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