Are 1-bedroom apartments in West Des Moines pet-friendly?

Pet policies on 1-bedroom apartments vary by landlord and building — there's no blanket rule. Use Rentler's pet-friendly filter to narrow your search, then confirm breed, weight, and deposit requirements directly with the landlord before applying.

Can I find furnished 1-bedrooms in West Des Moines, IA?

Furnished 1-bedrooms are available in West Des Moines but represent a smaller share of total inventory compared to unfurnished units. Use Rentler's furnished filter to surface move-in-ready options. Furnished units are most common in newer construction buildings and in complexes that cater to corporate or short-term renters.

How much should I earn to rent a 1-bedroom in West Des Moines?

Most landlords in West Des Moines require gross monthly income of 2.5–3x the monthly rent. For a 1-bedroom at West Des Moines's current average of $1,155/mo, that means demonstrating roughly 2.5–3x that amount in gross income. If you're below that threshold, a co-signer, larger security deposit, or prepaid rent may be accepted by some landlords — always worth asking.

1-Bedroom Rentals in West Des Moines, IA

28 Results

$750

1 bed1 bath700 sqftApartment

910 9th Street 10, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

$750

1 bed1 bath700 sqftApartment

910 9th Street 9, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

$1,200

1 bed1 bath770 sqftCondo

230 S 68th Street 1304, West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$815

1 bed1 bathApartment

2132 Grand Ave Briarwood, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

$1,050

1 bed1 bath625 sqftApartment

2625 Vine Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

$1,270

1 bed1 bath793 sqftApartment

8350 Cascade Avenue, West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,500

1 bed1 bath748 sqftApartment

6185 Village View Dr., West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,400

1 bed1 bath636 sqftApartment

6185 Village View Dr., West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,300

1 bed1 bath610 sqftApartment

6185 Village View Dr., West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,700

1 bed1 bath787 sqftApartment

6185 Village View Dr., West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,150

1 bed1 bath636 sqftApartment

6185 Village View Dr., West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,300

1 bed1 bath636 sqftApartment

6185 Village View Dr., West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,200

1 bed1 bath636 sqftApartment

6185 Village View Dr., West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,200

1 bed1 bath636 sqftApartment

6185 Village View Dr., West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,350

1 bed1 bath610 sqftApartment

6185 Village View Dr., West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,050

1 bed1 bath625 sqftApartment

2625 Vine Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

$1,000

1 bed1 bath635 sqftApartment

4957 Woodland Avenue, West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,000

1 bed1 bath635 sqftApartment

4957 Woodland Avenue, West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,200

1 bed1 bath636 sqftApartment

6185 Village View Dr., West Des Moines, IA, 50266

$1,125

1 bed1 bath666 sqftApartment

2295 SE Glacier Trail, Waukee, IA, 50263

$820

1 bed1 bath800 sqftApartment

229 4th Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

$1,050

1 bed1 bath625 sqftApartment

2625 Vine Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

$1,275

1 bed1 bath603 sqftApartment

1148 63rd Street #109, Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

$1,225

1 bed1 bath628 sqftApartment

1148 63rd Street #103, Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

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What to Know Before Renting a 1-Bedroom Apartment in West Des Moines, IA

A 1-bedroom apartment in West Des Moines hits the sweet spot for most solo renters and couples — enough space to have a real living room and a separated sleep area, without the cost of a 2-bedroom you don't fully use. For remote workers, a 1-bedroom is often the minimum viable setup: you can close a door between your workspace and your living space, which matters more than most people expect before they try working from a studio. When evaluating 1-bedrooms in West Des Moines, pay attention to bedroom size (some 1-bedrooms are technically 1-bedrooms with a bedroom that fits a queen bed and nothing else), closet space, and whether the kitchen opens to the living room or is walled off. In-unit laundry, a parking spot, and a dedicated storage unit are the three amenities most renters wish they'd prioritized when they didn't have them. 1-bedrooms in West Des Moines also tend to have the most competitive rental market of any unit type — more supply than studios, but more demand than 2-bedrooms, which means good 1-bedrooms in desirable West Des Moines neighborhoods at fair prices move quickly.