
Cheap Homes for Rent in Ponderosa Valley Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA from $1,300 (7 Rentals)
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3105 EP True Pkwy

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6460 Galleria Dr, Unit 1102
Ponderosa Valley, West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ponderosa Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ponderosa Valley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
Ponderosa Valley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,445 | $2,095 | $2,795 |
Ponderosa Valley 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ponderosa Valley Neighborhood of West Des Moines, IA.
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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 Colonial Village priced from $759. Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Ponderosa Valley apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Colonial Village | Plymouth | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Sun Prairie/Vista Court Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ponderosa Valley, IA
As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ponderosa Valley area is the $1.09 price per square foot B1 Model at Diamond Brooke in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $1,301. The second greatest value Ponderosa Valley apartment is the The Buckingham Model at Fountains Apartments starting at $1,230 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Diamond Brooke | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Fountains Apartments | The Buckingham | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
Chapel Ridge | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.11 |
Boulder Ridge Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
Colonial Village | Plymouth | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
ReNew Jordan Creek | Trademark | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Carriage Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Element at Valley West | A1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
West Glen Town Center Apartments | Medium Studio 700 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $1.43 |
Concord at Marketplace 55+ Independent Living | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.48 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ponderosa Valley
What type of rentals are currently available in Ponderosa Valley?
There are currently 78 Apartments for Rent in Ponderosa Valley, IA with pricing that ranges from $675 to $3,923. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ponderosa Valley ranging from $2,095 to $2,795.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ponderosa Valley?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ponderosa Valley ranges from $2,095 to $2,795 with an average monthly rent of $2,581.
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