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Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA

Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA. 548 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $700

  • A small kitchen with a white stove and a white refrigerator.
    12 units available
    Studio $665+
    1 bd $815
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (10)
    2824 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a counter top with a stove and sink
    1 bd $666+
    2 bd $770+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (2)
    3821 66Th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $800

  • a large apartment building with a street in front of it
    1 bd $714+
    2 bd $755+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4403 Woodland Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with carpet and a door to a closet
    1 bd $747+
    2 bd $940+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    5.0 (1)
    2000 Westown Pkwy. #37, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • A living room with a brown couch and a coffee table.
    New units available 25 units available
    Studio $755+
    1 bd $853+
    2 bd $972+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (293)
    2510 Canterbury Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • the spacious living room and dining room of an apartment with white walls and carpet
    1 bd $776+
    2 bd $758+
    3 bd $1,145+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (6)
    1340 42Nd Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
    Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $762+
    2 bd $815+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (9)
    8825 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50322
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • A living room with a grey couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
    Rent specials Rewards
    2 bd $775+
    3 bd $1,150
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    6010 Creston Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50321
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with couches and a fireplace
    1 bd $795+
    2 bd $950+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (71)
    1201 Office Park Road, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a gold couch and a staircase
    1 bd $799+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    500 31St Street, Des Moines, IA 50312
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $900

  • A living room with a grey couch and a wooden coffee table.
    Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $800+
    2 bd $995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (2)
    1600 SE LA GRANT PKWY, WAUKEE, IA 50263
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • A living room with a brown leather couch and a glass coffee table.
    New units available
    1 bd $840+
    2 bd $995+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (26)
    1137 11Th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • A living room with a green couch and a television on the wall.
    Rent specials New units available
    Studio $949+
    1 bd $854+
    2 bd $919+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (3)
    5901 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with couches and a table
    2 bd $877+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3662 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines, IA 50312
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a couch and a kitchen
    Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $890+
    2 bd $1,115
    3 bd $1,510
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (27)
    4101 Woodland Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $1,000

  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and black cabinets
    New units available 5 units available
    Studio $950
    1 bd $1,275
    2 bd $1,400
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (1)
    640 S. 50Th St., West Des Moines, IA 50265
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a grass lawn in front of an apartment building
    1 bd $975+
    2 bd $1,170+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (24)
    3000 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • our apartments have a large pool for residents to enjoy
    Rent specials Rewards
    2 bd $995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1155 Office Park Rd, Ste. 100A, West Des Moines, IA 50265
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  • A living room with a white couch and a wooden coffee table.
    Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $995+
    2 bd $1,355+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    5.0 (6)
    900 65Th St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $1,100

  • A living room with a grey sofa and a grey coffee table.
    Rent specials 6 units available
    2 bd $1,000
    3 bd $1,381+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    5.0 (1)
    1120 SE MAPLELEAF LN, WAUKEE, IA 50263
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • A collage of four images showing a building with a pool, a parking lot, and people walking.
    New units available 220 units available
    1 bd $1,000+
    2 bd $1,450
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (15)
    2290 SE Waco Place, Waukee, IA 50263
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $1,200

  • A living room with a brown leather couch and a grey carpet.
    Rent specials
    Studio $1,101
    1 bd $1,403+
    2 bd $1,597
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (30)
    360 Bridgewood Dr Ste. 4000, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    Rent specials
    1 bd $1,144+
    2 bd $1,412+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (8)
    1260 S Jordan Creek Parkway Unit 13000, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with carpet and a window
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    3901 Woodland Ave., West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Pet friendly
  • A living room with a brown couch and a wooden coffee table.
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    Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    2100 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
    Pet friendly
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Des Moines, IA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $729 and $2,337.

How many cheap rentals are available in West Des Moines, IA on RentCafe?

There are 153 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in West Des Moines, IA were last updated on 4 Jun 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in West Des Moines, IA?

The average West Des Moines, IA cheap apartment size is 941 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in West Des Moines, IA?

Cheap apartments in West Des Moines, IA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in West Des Moines, IA?

A cheap apartment in West Des Moines, IA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.