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(515) 420-1837
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1050 Meadow Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315

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Valley Acres Apartments

1050 Meadow Ln
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 420-1837
Valley Acres Apartments in Des Moines, IA - Building Photo
  • 1–3 Bedrooms
  • $675-$795 Pricing
  • 650–1,000 Square Feet

Rent Specials

1 Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease!

About Valley Acres Apartments

Welcome to Valley Acres, where quality and comfort meet. Enjoy such amenities as central air, walk in closets, and private entrances. Valley Acres is a hidden gem that is tucked away in a quiet southside residential neighborhood near Blank Park Zoo. Our on-site management will meet your needs in a friendly and efficient manner. Valley Acres offers a mixture of comfort, style and convenience. This community can be found in South Des Moines on Meadow Lane. Call us today at or email us at make Valley Acres your new home!

Valley Acres Apartments is located in the Outer SE Des Moines S Neighborhood and 50315 Zip code of Des Moines, IA. This community is professionally managed by Knapp Properties, LC.

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Valley Acres Apartments offers 1 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $675 and having 650–1,000 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

    From $675

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 650 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $740Available Now1035M-03650$500
    $795 September 5, 20261045M-02650$500
    $675 September 5, 20267500R-05650$500

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $675 - $795

    Unit 1035M-03 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $740

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $675 - $795

    Unit 1045M-02 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $795

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $675 - $795

    Unit 7500R-05 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $675

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $675 - $795
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1000 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available Soon2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1000 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
  • 3 Bedrooms

    3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

    3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1000 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Available Soon3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1000 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
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.

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Property Information

  • 102 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 1976

Lease Terms

  • 6, 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Ask About Our Fees

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$50.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
Cat DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$500.00
Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$25.00/mo
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

Max of 2. | Restrictions: None.

Dog
Dog DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$500.00
Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$25.00/mo
Restrictions:

We do not allow aggressive breeds.

Comments:

Max of 2. | Restrictions: We do not allow aggressive breeds.

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.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Close to Blank Park Zoo
  • Close To Des Moines Airport
  • Golf Course/Mini-Put Nearby
  • Trash Pickup-Curbside

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Trash Pickup Curbside

Community Features

  • Walk Up

Interior Features

  • Heating
  • Tub/Shower
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Dining Room
  • Window Coverings
  • Carpet

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
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1050 Meadow Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315

Getting Around

  • 40 / 100 Fairly walkable

    Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 30 / 100 Limited public transit

    Transit is available for some trips

  • 30 / 100 Somewhat Bikeable

    Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 80 / 100 Very car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

Scores provided by Local Logic details

Getting to Know the Area

  • 50 / 100 Restaurants

    Some restaurants within a few minutes

  • 20 / 100 Cafes

    Some cafés within walking distance

  • 40 / 100 Nightlife

    Some bars within walking distance

  • 40 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within walking distance

  • 40 / 100 Parks

    Moderate amount of park space nearby

  • 100 / 100 Noise Level

    Virtually no sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about Valley Acres Apartments

Where is Valley Acres Apartments located?

Valley Acres Apartments is located at 1050 Meadow Ln near the Outer SE Des Moines S area of Des Moines, IA

What is the current rent range at Valley Acres Apartments?

1 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Valley Acres Apartments currently range from $675 to $795

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Valley Acres Apartments are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at Valley Acres Apartments is: 1 Month Free Rent On 13 Month Lease!.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The Valley Acres Apartments Apartments are 36.2% cheaper than the average apartment in the Outer SE Des Moines S area, and 43.2% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Outer SE Des Moines S Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$675$1,058-$383-36.2%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Des Moines

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$675$1,188-$513-43.2%

    Methodology: On 09/04/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 80 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Valley Acres Apartments (Outer SE Des Moines S), and 581 other apartment communities in Des Moines using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 09/04/2026

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.0
1 Renters Reviews

Valley Acres #8

January 19, 2014 - Review from Apartments.com
Totally impressed by the how clean unit was at showing and the fact that new heating and cooling units & windows had been installed, thus helping keep energy costs down. also impressed by Management in getting snow removal done. Good place to call Home!!!

Nearby Schools

McCombs Middle School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
201 County Line Road
Public School - Grades 6-8 (652 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
4/10

Morris Elementary School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
1401 Geil Avenue
Public School - Grades K-5 (444 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
6/10

Lincoln High School

Des Moines Independent Community School District
2600 Southwest 9th Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2218 Students)
In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 3.2 miles away
2/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Valley Acres Apartments.

Big Box and Retail

Target

1111 E Army Post Rd
4 minute drive / 1.44 miles away

Menards

6000 SE 14th St
5 minute drive / 1.72 miles away

Walgreens

3140 SE 14th St
6 minute drive / 2.99 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Des Moines Area Community College - Urban Campus

1100 7th Street
11 minute drive / 5.43 miles away

Drake University

2507 University Avenue
12 minute drive / 5.85 miles away

Grand View University

1200 Grandview Ave
15 minute drive / 7.09 miles away

Groceries

Hy-Vee

1107 E Army Post Rd
4 minute drive / 1.47 miles away

Save-A-Lot

3200 SW 9th St
5 minute drive / 2.42 miles away

Price Chopper

1819 Beaver Ave
14 minute drive / 6.66 miles away

Hospitals

Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center

1200 Pleasant Street
10 minute drive / 4.89 miles away

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th Ave
11 minute drive / 5.5 miles away

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman Road
14 minute drive / 6.6 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Great Western Trail

7200 Southeast 5th Street
3 minute drive / 1.21 miles away

Gray's Lake

2101 Fluer Drive
7 minute drive / 3.34 miles away

James W. Cownie Soccer Complex

2600 Hartford Avenue
9 minute drive / 4.37 miles away

Valley Acres Apartments has 5 parks within 5.1 miles, including Great Western Trail, Gray's Lake , James W. Cownie Soccer Complex, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Greenwood Park.

Shopping Centers

Southport Center

1103 Army Post Rd
1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

Army Post Square

500-520 Army Post Rd
1 minute drive / 0.62 miles away

Stefon Plaza

200 Army Post Rd
2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

Valley Acres Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Des Moines Studio Apartments $963$480$2,360
Des Moines 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,188$480$5,914
Des Moines 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,321$648$3,705
Des Moines 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,706$655$2,921
Des Moines 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,335$530$2,300

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