Last Updated: 7 Hrs. Ago

Rent Specials

Now offering one month FREE on 12-month leases for a limited time!

Monthly Rent

$805 - $1,620

Beds

1 - 3

Baths

1 - 2

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Note: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice.

Lease Terms

6 - 12 Month Leases

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Move-In
      • Administrative Fee
        $150

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

About Element at Valley West

Element at Valley West offers 1-, 2-, & 3-bedroom apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA. Our pet-friendly apartment community is in an ideal location 15 minutes from Downtown Des Moines with easy access to I-35, I-80, & I-235, as well as shopping, dining, entertainment, and top employers including Principal Financial Group, Wells Fargo, UnityPoint Health, and Nationwide Insurance. Our apartments include a variety of features such as white or espresso cabinetry, Whirlpool or GE appliances, granite or laminate countertops, wood-style plank flooring, a patio or balcony, and central air conditioning & heating. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities including a community hub, outdoor swimming pool with sundeck, picnic area with grills, fitness center & sport courts, on-site bark park, laundry facilities, assigned garage parking, 24-hour emergency maintenance services, and an on-site management team. Contact us today to schedule a tour and make Element at Valley West your new home!

Element at Valley West is located in West Des Moines, Iowa in the 50266 zip code. This apartment community was built in 1979 and has 3 stories with 252 units.

Special Features

  • Outdoor Swimming Pool with Sundeck
  • Package Receiving
  • Brushed Nickel Hardware & Fixtures*
  • Community Hub with Fireside Lounge
  • Linen Closet Storage*
  • Patio or Balcony*
  • Pet-Friendly Community
  • Smoke-Free Buildings
  • Stars & Stripes Military Rewards Program
  • Surface Lot Guest Parking Available
  • White or Espresso Shaker-Style Cabinetry
  • Central Air Conditioning & Gas Heating
  • Community Laundry Facilities
  • Foot-Friendly Carpeting in Bedrooms
  • In-Unit Washer & Dryer*
  • On-Site Bark Park
  • Oversized Windows with Natural Light
  • Oversized Bathroom Mirrors
  • Various Lease Term Options
  • White & Gray Granite Countertops*
  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance Services
  • Accessibility Features*
  • Assigned Garage Parking
  • Complimentary WiFi Access in Amenities
  • Energy-Efficient Whirlpool or GE Appliances
  • Fireplace in Living Room*
  • Professional On-Site Management Team
  • Stand-Up Shower*
  • Window Treatments Included
  • Entry Foyer with Coat Closet*
  • High-Speed Internet Access & Cable Ready
  • Stainless-Steel Appliances*
  • Tub/Shower Combination
  • 1- , 2-, & 3-Bedroom Garden-Style Apartments
  • 24-Hour Fitness Center
  • Community Walking Trails
  • Gray Wood-Style Plank Flooring*
  • Online Resident Portal
  • Outdoor Courtyard
  • Preferred Employer Program
  • Sport Courts
  • Tub Surround with Shelving
  • Walk-in Closets with Built-in Shelving*
  • Wood Laminate Countertops*
  • Designated Dining Room*
  • Easy Access to Public Transportation
  • Gooseneck Kitchen Faucet*
  • Picnic Area with Grilling Stations
  • Planned Social Activities for Residents
  • Under Cabinet Lighting*

Community Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Walk-Up
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Playground
  • Basketball Court
  • Tennis Court

Floorplan Amenities

  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Storage Space
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Balcony

Security

  • Property Manager on Site

Pet Policy

Dogs Allowed

Breed restrictions apply. Call for details.

| Restrictions: Breed restrictions apply. Call for details.

  • $50 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $250 Fee
  • 70 lb Weight Limit
  • 2 Pet Limit

Cats Allowed

None

| Restrictions: None

  • $30 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $250 Fee
  • 2 Pet Limit

Airport

  • Des Moines International

    Drive: 19 min 8.5 mi

Universities

Parks & Recreation

  • Living History Farms

    Drive: 8 min 3.2 mi

  • American Legion Park

    Drive: 9 min 3.7 mi

  • Raccoon River Park and Nature Lodge

    Drive: 10 min 3.9 mi

  • Brown's Woods

    Drive: 11 min 5.6 mi

  • Walnut Woods State Park

    Drive: 19 min 8.8 mi

Shopping Centers & Malls

Military Bases

Schools

 GreatSchools Rating

Private Elementary, Middle & High School

283 Students
(515) 221-3999
Grades PK-12

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