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Rent Specials

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Monthly Rent

$720 - $1,610

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 Application
      • Application Fee
        Charged per applicant.
        $50
        Charged per applicant.
    • Due at Move-In
      • Lease Admin Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $125
        Charged per unit.
      • Administrative Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $150
        Charged per unit.

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

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

Community Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Recycling
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Pet Play Area
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Multi Use Room
  • Sundeck
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Playground
  • Basketball Court
  • Walking/Biking Trails

Floorplan Amenities

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Linen Closet
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Balcony
  • Patio

Security

  • Property Manager on Site

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 School

481 Students
(515) 223-1284
Grades K-8

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West Des Moines, IA

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Transit

NR
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Bikeability

NR
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