How much is the average rent in West Des Moines, IA for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

West Des Moines, Iowa's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,200 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,300 monthly. These figures reflect the current pricing in this thriving Des Moines suburb.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in West Des Moines, IA?

March offers the lowest rental prices in West Des Moines, Iowa, while August sees the highest rent with approximately an 8% difference between peak and off-peak months. Searching during March could result in lower prices compared to summer months.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in West Des Moines, IA?

West Des Moines offers excellent options for pet owners, with 88% of rental listings welcoming pets. This high percentage reflects the family-oriented nature of this growing Des Moines suburb, making it easy to find accommodations for your furry companions.

Are utilities usually included in rent in West Des Moines, IA?

West Des Moines rental properties rarely include utilities as part of the rent, with essentially 0% of listings offering this arrangement across all bedroom types. Renters should budget separately for electricity, gas, water, and other utility costs when planning their monthly housing expenses.

Apartments for Rent with Move In Special in West Des Moines, IA

23 rentals

Fieldstream Apartment Homes - Photo 1 of 1

Rent special

4h ago

8.8

Very good

Fieldstream Apartment Homes

1735 Nw Fieldstream Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,046–$1,705

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Fitness Center

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Package Service

Swimming Pool

Confluence on 3rd Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

Highly rated

Rent special

5h ago

8.7

Very good

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

103 Sw 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,063–$2,555

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Elevator

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

Storage

The Sterling at Prairie Trail - Photo 1 of 1

Rent special

5h ago

8.8

Very good

The Sterling at Prairie Trail

2333 Sw Plaza Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,059–$1,740

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Wheelchair Accessible

Rent special

3D tour

11h ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Stratford Pointe

186 Northwest Lexington Drive, Waukee, IA 50263

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,099–$1,549

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

Wheelchair Accessible

Call

Rent special

12h ago

8.8

Very good

Sherwood Glen

8825 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1 bath

$793–$1,118

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Oven

Highly rated

Rent special

13h ago

9.4

Excellent

The Equitable Building

604 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,298–$1,927

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

Wheelchair Accessible

Nearby rental good for eco-living

$860

River Bend

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$982–$1,547

3861 Woodland Ave

Windsor Square by Broadmoor - Photo 1 of 1

Highly rated

Rent special

13h ago

8.8

Very good

Windsor Square by Broadmoor

900 65th St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$995–$1,475

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Controlled Access

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

Swimming Pool

Highly rated

Rent special

17h ago

8.8

Very good

Timberland at Crestbruck

918 Ne Crestmoor Pl, Ankeny, IA 50021

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$867–$1,386

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

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Boulder Ridge Apartment Homes - Photo 1 of 1

Highly rated

Rent special

18h ago

8.3

Very good

Boulder Ridge Apartment Homes

3861 Woodland Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$982–$1,547

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Fireplace

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

Storage

Swimming Pool

Highly rated

Rent special

18h ago

8.8

Very good

Walnut Lake Apartments

4454 142nd St, Urbandale, IA 50323

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$995–$1,799

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Storage

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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$1,045–$1,400

West Des Moines

$1,089–$2,025

West Des Moines

$982–$1,547

West Des Moines

$1,008–$1,268

West Des Moines

Rent special

18h ago

8.3

Very good

The Flats Apartments

3000 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$749–$1,166

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

Rent special

1d ago

Move In Special house for rent in Grimes

1901 NE Little Beaver Rd

1901 Ne Little Beaver Dr, Grimes, IA 50111

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

4 beds

3 baths

$2,595

House for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

Rent special

1d ago

Move In Special house for rent in Grimes

1851 Ne Little Beaver Dr, Grimes, IA 50111

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

4 beds

3 baths

$2,595

House for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

Rent special

1d ago

Move In Special townhouse for rent in Ankeny

2613 NW Lois Lane

2613 Nw Lois Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023

Rent special | Garage parking | Walk-in closets

3 beds

2.5 baths

$1,850

House for rent

Rent special

1d ago

Move In Special townhouse for rent in Ankeny

Two Bedroom Townhouse, Ankeny, IA

3654 Ne Kara Ln, Ankeny, IA 50021

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$1,950

House for rent

Top amenities

Concierge Service

Fireplace

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Package Service

Rent special

1d ago

Move In Special townhouse for rent in Clive

15583 Rocklyn Pl

15583 Rocklyn Pl, Clive, IA 50325

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

4 beds

4 baths

$3,150

House for rent

Top amenities

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Rent special

1d ago

Move In Special townhouse for rent in Norwalk

229 Red Oak Ct

229 Red Oak Ct, Norwalk, IA 50211

Rent special | Garage parking | Walk-in closets

3 beds

2.5 baths

$1,850

House for rent

Highly rated

Rent special

1d ago

9.6

Excellent

Cadence

6300 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,194–$1,711

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

Call

Rent special

1d ago

Excellent

Verified

Briarwood

2132 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

2–3 beds

1 bath

$850–$1,095

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Carpet

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

Storage

Call

Rent special

3d ago

9.7

Excellent

Verified

Walden Point

1200 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

Rent special | Fitness center | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$860

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 3

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

Call

The Scott at East Village - Photo 1 of 1

Highly rated

Rent special

4d ago

8.3

Very good

The Scott at East Village

700 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

Studio–3 beds

1 bath

$837–$1,468

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Elevator

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Storage

Rent special

4d ago

8.3

Very good

Hamlet Apartments

2210 Ep True Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

2–3 beds

1–2 baths

$912–$1,102

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

High Ceilings

On-Site Management

Storage

Redwood Waukee Hickman Road - Photo 1 of 1

Highly rated

Rent special

5d+ ago

7.6

Very good

Redwood Waukee Hickman Road

395 Nw Blackberry St, Waukee, IA 50263

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$1,706–$2,381

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

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