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  1. Building Photo - 1136 1/2 68th St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $695
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$695
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$695

    1136 1/2 68th St Unit 1136 12

    1136 1/2 68th St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324
  4. Building Photo - The Flats Apartments
    $249 Off
    Price Drop. $249 Off
    STUDIO
    $749+
    1 BED
    $749+
    2 BEDS
    $1,099+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$749 - $1,171
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$749 - $1,171

    The Flats Apartments

    3000 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    (515) 393-6437
  5. Building Photo - Woodland West
    Exceptional Value
    2 BEDS
    $754

    Woodland West

    4403 Woodland Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266
  39. Building Photo - 329 5th St
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    STUDIO
    $900

    329 5th St

    329 5th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
  40. Building Photo - Carriage Park
    1 BED
    $900+
    2 BEDS
    $1,000+

    Carriage Park

    4901 Pleasant St, West Des Moines, IA 50266
  41. Exceptional Value
    1 BED
    $920+
    2 BEDS
    $1,044+
    3 BEDS
    $1,300+

    Woodland West NMC

    3405 Woodland Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266
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West Des Moines at a Glance

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West Des Moines, IA Apartments for Rent

West Des Moines is home to Historic Valley Junction, a preserved railroad district featuring independent shops and restaurants that reflect the city's heritage. Those searching for apartments for rent in West Des Moines will discover a stable rental market with options ranging from historic properties near Valley Junction to contemporary apartment communities near Jordan Creek Town Center, Iowa's largest shopping complex. With a population of over 68,000 residents, this city delivers suburban comfort alongside convenient access to major employers like Wells Fargo, Microsoft, and Hy-Vee.

Renting in West Des Moines provides easy access to diverse neighborhoods including Glen Oaks, Valley Junction, and the Jordan Creek district, each offering distinct character and nearby amenities. The city features miles of trails winding through parks and green spaces, perfect for outdoor recreation. Apartment communities are well-positioned near shopping, dining, and entertainment options, while the area's major employers create strong job opportunities. Interstate 35 and Interstate 80 provide straightforward commutes throughout the Des Moines metropolitan area, making West Des Moines a practical choice for renters seeking both convenience and quality of life.

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Education

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Valley High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,152 Students
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Walnut Creek Campus

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
Students
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Stilwell Junior High School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
684 Students
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Woodland Hills Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
537 Students
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Crossroads Park Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
521 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Brookview Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
603 Students

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