
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Ponderosa Valley Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA (35 Rentals)


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Westwood Apartments

West Glen Town Center Apartments

ReNew Jordan Creek

Fountains Apartments

Element at Valley West
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Sierra Pointe Apartments

Colonial Village

Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living

360 at Jordan West

Reserve At Jordan Creek

PointeWest

Bella Terra

Washington Manor

Grand Valley Townhomes

TurtleCreek Apartments
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Watermark at Jordan Creek

Polo Club

Somerfield Village Center Apartments

Woodland West NMC

Carriage Park

Woodland West

230 S 68th St

The Plaza at Jordan Creek Crossing

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Grand Living at Tower Place

Keystone Apartments
Ponderosa Valley, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ponderosa Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponderosa Valley Studio Apartments | $1,083 | $875 | $1,235 |
Ponderosa Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,161 | $798 | $1,645 |
| Ponderosa Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $816 | $2,361 |
| Ponderosa Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,446 | $1,091 | $3,034 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ponderosa Valley Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Ponderosa Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Ponderosa Valley area of Des Moines, IA is found at Sierra Pointe Apartments and is listed at 1,010 square feet priced from $1,490. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Pointe Apartments | Bradford | 1,010 Sq Ft | $1,490 |
| 360 at Jordan West | Cove | 1,010 Sq Ft | $1,513 |
| BelleMeade Apartments | C | 968 Sq Ft | $1,515 |
| West Glen Town Center Apartments | 1 Bed Loft w/Balcony 962 sq ft | 962 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
| Broadmoor at Jordan Creek | Johnston | 904 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
| The Cunningham Apartments | Jade | 868 Sq Ft | $1,796 |
| PointeWest | A4R | 856 Sq Ft | $1,645 |
| Fountains Apartments | The Trevi | 852 Sq Ft | $1,009 |
| ReNew Jordan Creek | Watermark | 761 Sq Ft | $1,080 |
| Strathmore Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 740 Sq Ft | $1,024 |
Cheapest Available Ponderosa Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Ponderosa Valley of Des Moines, IA is the A1 Classic Model starting from $798 at Element at Valley West. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ponderosa Valley is currently $1,161. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Element at Valley West | A1 Classic | $798 |
| Sun Prairie & Vista Court | 9012aa-5_aa-51Bedroom1Bath_640 | $807 |
| Chapel Ridge | 1 Bedroom | $850 |
| Carriage Park | 1 Bedroom | $900 |
| Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living | 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| TurtleCreek Apartments | B | $970 |
| ReNew Jordan Creek | Autograph | $995 |
| Fountains Apartments | The Trevi | $1,009 |
| Strathmore Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | $1,024 |
| Bella Terra | 1 Bedroom | $1,025 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Ponderosa Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Ponderosa Valley with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Ponderosa Valley is at Element at Valley West listed at $798.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Ponderosa Valley Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ponderosa Valley is $1,161.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Ponderosa Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ponderosa Valley is a 1,010 square feet unit starting from $1,490 at Sierra Pointe Apartments.
What is the average size for Ponderosa Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Ponderosa Valley is currently 754 sq ft.
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