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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Covered parking
  • Pet friendly community

Location

2701 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA
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(844) 432-0256 ext. 9042

Property Overview

Des Moines - West Des Moines is rated highly overall, with a Zumper expert score of 7.8, reflecting excellent amenities and location scores of 10 and 9, respectively. The property offers attractive features such as on-site laundry, covered parking, and a pet-friendly environment. It is situated in a vibrant neighborhood, making it ideal for social life, remote work, and pet owners, with convenient access to schools and numerous local amenities.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.8
Very Good
Des Moines - West Des Moines is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

Plan AStudio1 bath300 sqft$1,596 /mo

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Amenities for Des Moines - West Des Moines

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningDining and Cooking Utensils
KitchenModern Lighting
Premium BeddingUpdated Bathrooms
Workspace

Appliances

Iron

Tech

Flat Screen TV'sPremium Cable Package Included

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingPet-Friendly Community

Services

Breakfast/Coffee ConciergeConcierge Service
Free Local CallsPackage Service
VoiceMailWireless Internet Access
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

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Units2
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About Des Moines - West Des Moines

HomeApartments in West Des Moines Des Moines - West Des Moines

Des Moines - West Des Moines is a West Des Moines Apartment located at 2701 Westown Pkwy. The property features a Studio rental unit available starting at $1596. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, and On-Site Laundry. Covered Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.8
/10
Very Good
Des Moines - West Des Moines is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Des Moines - West Des Moines
Price·7A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, Des Moines - West Des Moines has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Des Moines - West Des Moines stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Des Moines - West Des Moines is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Des Moines - West Des Moines does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Des Moines - West Des Moines provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Des Moines - West Des Moines is great for:

Pet owners

  • 7 pet grooming services nearby
  • 13 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area

Work-from-home

  • Extra room or space for at-home office
  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 3 internet service provider options nearby
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 266 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • The area has transit options
  • A bustling neighborhood

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Des Moines - West Des Moines compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in West Des Moines

studio apartments at Des Moines - West Des Moines cost about 74% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in West Des Moines.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
West Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in West Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,025
April 2024$1,052
May 2024$1,075
June 2024$1,081
July 2024$1,123
August 2024$1,114
September 2024$1,105
October 2024$1,092
November 2024$1,103
December 2024$1,082
January 2025$1,075
February 2025$1,052
March 2025$1,099
April 2025$1,099
May 2025$1,099
June 2025$1,099
July 2025$1,099
August 2025$1,099
September 2025$1,099
October 2025$1,099
November 2025$1,078
December 2025$973
January 2026$935
February 2026$911
March 2026$917

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,840/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,840 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,596.
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Schools near Des Moines - West Des Moines

Clive Learning Academy

1600 73rd st

des moines, IA, 50324

PK, K-6Public
B-

Learning Resource Center

3550 mills civic parkway

west des moines, IA, 50265

PKPublic

Olmsted Elementary School

7110 prairie ave

urbandale, IA, 50322

PK, K-5Public
B-

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around West Des Moines near 2701 Westown Pkwy

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2701 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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