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Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA under $800

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  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator.
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    2210 EP True Parkway, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    1 BED $799+
  • A living room with a grey sofa and a television on a cabinet.
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    5901 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    1 BED $721+
    2 BEDS $792+
  • a living room with couches a table and a television
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    916 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $770

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  • a kitchen with a granite counter top and a sink
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    6000 Creston Ave., Des Moines, IA 50321
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $800+
  • A living room with a grey couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    6010 Creston Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50321
    1 BED $800+
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
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    8825 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $765+
    2 BEDS $764+
  • A living room with a brown couch and a coffee table.
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    2510 Canterbury Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
    STUDIO $778+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    4200 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
    1 BED $704+
    2 BEDS $775+
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a counter top with a stove and sink
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    3821 66Th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322
    1 BED $652+
    2 BEDS $769+
  • a living room with a gold couch and a staircase
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    500 31St Street, Des Moines, IA 50312
    1 BED $726+
  • a row of brick apartment buildings on a street
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    2824 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
    STUDIO $650+
    1 BED $800
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  • A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator and a white table with a plant on it.
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    2530 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a counter and a door to a living room
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    5528 Meredith Dr., Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED $737+
    2 BEDS $737+
  • A red brick building with a clock tower and a stoplight.
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    1051 19Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $485+
    2 BEDS $565
  • a kitchen with a refrigerator and a sink
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    5015 SW 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
    1 BED $790
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    5301/5307 SW 9Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50315
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $760
  • A modern living room with a grey carpet and a brown chair.
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    405 6Th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $795
  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    Multiple, Des Moines, IA 50309
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $720
  • A kitchen with brown cabinets and a wooden table with chairs.
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    5555 SW 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
    1 BED $795
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a kitchen
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    100 5409 NW Johnston Dr., Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $548+
    2 BEDS $648+
  • a rendering of an apartment building on a city street
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    Sixth Avenue Flats, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $600
    2 BEDS $800
  • A tree with yellow leaves is in front of a building.
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    1045 Meadow Ln, Apt 5, Des Moines, IA 50315
    1 BED $725+
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wood cabinets and a refrigerator
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    Multiple, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $685
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  • A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets and a large window overlooking the city.
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    240 East Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
    STUDIO $769+
  • A living room with a grey couch, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, and a painting on the wall.
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    6514 Chaffee Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315
    1 BED $750
    2 BEDS $780
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Getting around in West Des Moines, IA

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Car-Dependent
38 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 47, Bike Score®: 38

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in West Des Moines, IA last updated?

Prices and availability in West Des Moines, IA were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in West Des Moines, IA?

The best apartments in West Des Moines, IA are: Broadmoor at Jordan Creek, TurtleCreek Apartments, Country Club Village Apartments, Sierra Pointe Apartments and Washington Manor.

What type of rental buildings are in West Des Moines, IA?

In West Des Moines 43% of the housing is rented out compared to 57% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 16% of West Des Moines’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 76% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 7% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in West Des Moines, IA under $800

There’s more than one way to spend $800 on rent in West Des Moines, IA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $800 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $800 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in West Des Moines, IA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 25 apartments for rent below $800 in West Des Moines, IA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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