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Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines IA

1,348 Rentals Available

Explore Rent Prices Near West Des Moines, IA

West Des Moines, IA’s average rent price is $1,235 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.

Average Rent
Clive $955
Urbandale $961
Windsor Heights $1,083
Waukee $1,248
Grimes $1,154

Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.

West Des Moines, IA Apartments for Rent

Just west of downtown Des Moines, West Des Moines makes apartment hunting a breeze with quick access to I-235, I-35, and I-80. You'll discover apartments for rent in West Des Moines near everyday conveniences like Jordan Creek Town Center—Iowa's largest shopping destination—plus Raccoon River Park's beach and trails around Blue Heron Lake, and Historic Valley Junction's charming shops and seasonal street festivals. DART bus service connects you to downtown, and Des Moines International Airport is just a short drive away.

Popular neighborhoods to explore include Jordan Creek/Mills Civic (apartments near Jordan Creek Town Center, Cinemark theater, and scenic pondside paths); West Glen (dining patios, Funny Bone comedy club, and walkable mixed-use blocks); Historic Valley Junction (brick storefronts, galleries, and a seasonal farmers market); Valley West/Westown (rentals near Valley West Mall and offices along University Ave and Westown Pkwy); Glen Oaks (homes and townhome rentals near the private Glen Oaks Country Club); Woodland Hills (newer communities near parks and MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex); the Raccoon River Park area (rentals close to the beach, boat rentals, and multi-use trails); and Holiday Park (near the aquatic center and softball complex with quick I-235 access). Getting around is simple, with short commutes to downtown Des Moines and major employers in the Jordan Creek and Westown districts.

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West Des Moines, IA Rental Insights

The average rent in West Des Moines, IA is $1,106 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,626, which means housing in West Des Moines, IA is slightly less expensive than much of the country.

Find affordable apartments for rent in West Des Moines, IA by browsing listings in budget-friendly neighborhoods such as Wistful Vista, Village of Ponderosa, and Villas of Berkshire Hills. Use filters by price, number of bedrooms, and amenities to narrow your search.

You can find flexible rentals in West Des Moines, IA by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.

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