Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ponderosa Valley Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA from $704 (45 Rentals)

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Meadow Ridge
$989 - $1,129
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$989 - $1,129
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Meadow Ridge

1301 49th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Polo Club
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$1,230 - $1,916
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6201 Ep True PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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property at 6255 Beechtree Dr

$1,350

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 5

6255 Beechtree Dr, Unit 5102

6255 Beechtree Dr
West Des MoinesIA50266
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Sierra Pointe Apartments
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$1,365 - $1,825
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$1,365 - $1,825
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Sierra Pointe Apartments

7171 Woodland AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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property at 8350 Ep True Pky

$1,420

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8350 Ep True Pky, Unit #2208

8350 Ep True Pky
West Des MoinesIA50266
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Brookside Condo
$1,525 - $1,565
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$1,525 - $1,565
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Brookside Condo

6630 Cody DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Keystone Apartments
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Keystone Apartments

5472 Wild Rose LnWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Dakota Apartments
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Dakota Apartments

5250 Dakota DrWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Ponderosa Valley, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ponderosa Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ponderosa Valley area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Element at Valley West priced from $799. Carriage Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Ponderosa Valley apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Element at Valley WestA1 Classic1BR,1BA$799
Carriage Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Chapel Ridge1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent LivingStudioStudio,1BA$875
Sun Prairie & Vista CourtA31BR,1BA$885
TurtleCreek ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$910
WestwoodBloomfield Signature2BR,1BA$946
ReNew Jordan CreekAutograph1BR,1BA$949
Plaza 50 ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$950
West Glen Town Center ApartmentsMedium Studio 700 sq ftStudio,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ponderosa Valley, IA

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ponderosa Valley area is the $1.04 price per square foot Bedford Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $1,949. The second greatest value Ponderosa Valley apartment is the D1 Premium Model at Element at Valley West starting at $1,610 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Golf & Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ponderosa Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesBedford3BR,2.5BA$1.04
Element at Valley WestD1 Premium3BR,2BA$1.12
Colonial VillageChesapeake3BR,2BA$0.81
Diamond BrookeB12BR,2BA$1.09
Bella Terra2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.27
Meadow RidgeStandard 1st flr In Unit W/D2BR,2BA$1.15
Crown Pointe Apartments2BR/2BA - 2032BR,2BA$1.21
Fountains ApartmentsThe Trevi1BR,1BA$1.24
Dakota Apartments2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.17
Carriage Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ponderosa Valley, West Des Moines, IA

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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Ponderosa Valley, West Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ponderosa Valley Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ponderosa Valley?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ponderosa Valley is at Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living listed at $875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ponderosa Valley Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ponderosa Valley Apartment is $799 at Element at Valley West.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ponderosa Valley Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ponderosa Valley is starting from $945 at Sun Prairie & Vista Court.

What is the most affordable Ponderosa Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ponderosa Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Colonial Village and starts from $1,132.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.