Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Keyless entry
- In-unit laundry
- Private entrance
- Parking available
- Coin-operated laundry
- Smoke-free property
Location
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Valley Junction earns a strong overall rating, supported by excellent price, amenities, and location scores, along with a clear and detailed property description. It offers practical features like keyless entry, in-unit laundry, a private entrance, parking, and smoke-free living, while also standing out for value, a quiet setting, solid internet access, and nearby cultural and pet-related conveniences.
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| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 700 sqft | $890 /mo | 1 unit available | Conveniently located 2 bed, 1 bath apartment just walking distance from downtown Valley Junction. Right off of the interstate, within walking distance to great food, coffee, shopping, Valley Junction Farmer's Market, The Hall and more. This unit features updated appliances, flooring, paint, ceiling fans, and light fixtures. This ground-floor unit with a private entrance and has everything you need including in-unit laundry. Notes: -Smoke Free Property -No Eviction Records from applicants. -No government assistance is accepted. -3x combined income necessary. -Minimum credit score of 600 required. -Electronic payment for rent only. No cash or money orders. What else you need to know: -Rent + additional charges: $60/mo for water/sewer/trash minimum + $40/mo internet -1-month security deposit is refundable when lease term ends if the unit is returned close to original move-in condition (normal wear and tear ok). -1-year lease preferable, but can work with a shorter-term for a rent premium (negotiable). -Parking available in a behind the building and the street -Coin-operated Laundry in the building -Pets allowed. $30/dog. $25/cat. Max 2 pets/unit -Keyless entry installed for ease of access -FREE parking |
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Apartment Amenities
| Dryer | Washer |
Appliances
| Fridge | In-Unit Laundry |
| Oven | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
One-time.
One-time. Refundable.
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| Units | 3 |
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Conveniently located 2 bed, 1 bath apartment just walking distance from downtown Valley Junction. Right off of the interstate, within walking distance to great food, coffee, shopping, Valley Junction Farmer's Market, The Hall and more. This unit features updated appliances, flooring, paint, ceiling fans, and light fixtures. This ground-floor unit with a private entrance and has everything you need including in-unit laundry. Notes: -Smoke Free Property -No Eviction Records from applicants. -No government assistance is accepted. -3x combined income necessary. -Minimum credit score of 600 required. -Electronic payment for rent only. No cash or money orders. What else you need to know: -Rent + additional charges: $60/mo for water/sewer/trash minimum + $40/mo internet -1-month security deposit is refundable when lease term ends if the unit is returned close to original move-in condition (normal wear and tear ok). -1-year lease preferable, but can work with a shorter-term for a rent premium (negotiable). -Parking available in a behind the building and the street -Coin-operated Laundry in the building -Pets allowed. $30/dog. $25/cat. Max 2 pets/unit -Keyless entry installed for ease of access -FREE parking
How Valley Junction compares to other nearby properties.
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Considerations
2-bedroom apartments at Valley Junction cost about 35% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West Des Moines.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,112 |
| September 2024 | $1,105 |
| October 2024 | $1,092 |
| November 2024 | $1,103 |
| December 2024 | $1,082 |
| January 2025 | $1,075 |
| February 2025 | $1,052 |
| March 2025 | $1,099 |
| April 2025 | $1,099 |
| May 2025 | $1,099 |
| June 2025 | $1,099 |
| July 2025 | $1,099 |
| August 2025 | $1,099 |
| September 2025 | $1,099 |
| October 2025 | $1,099 |
| November 2025 | $1,078 |
| December 2025 | $973 |
| January 2026 | $935 |
| February 2026 | $911 |
| March 2026 | $937 |
| April 2026 | $1,048 |
| May 2026 | $989 |
| June 2026 | $971 |
| July 2026 | $995 |
| August 2026 | $1,026 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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