Valley West Apartments
Ideally situated in the thriving neighborhood in West Des Moines, IA, Valley West Apartments is a specially designed 62+ community that offers independent living. Beautifully furnished and spacious one-bedroom floor plans are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay. The community provides income-based rents, alongside paid utilities, to ease financial burdens.
Residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure opportunities, with thriving local amenities and recreational opportunities. Kitchens are also available, allowing residents to prepare meals on their own terms. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. With its state-of-the-art amenities and convenient location, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.
Community insights.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Social and Recreational Activities
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Valley West Apartments
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2.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from West Des Moines's city center to Valley West Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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| Cedar Ridge Village | IL AL NH SNF | West Des Moines | 68
Facility
68
IA AVG
71
Rank
#141 / 334 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
IA AVG
46
Rank
#175 / 424 | - | 9
Facility
9
IA AVG
18
Rank
#169 / 258 |
51.5%
Facility
51.5%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#181 / 295 | A+ | 2 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 299 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 299 |
| Cedar Ridge Village | IL AL NH SNF | West Des Moines (Heritage Bend) | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
71
Rank
#261 / 334 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
IA AVG
46
Rank
#408 / 424 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
18
Rank
#210 / 258 |
95.0%
Facility
95.0%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#9 / 295 | A+ | 16 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
7
Rank
#93 / 299 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#205 / 299 |
| Edgewater, a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living | IL ADC AL MC NH SNF | West Des Moines | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
71
Rank
#261 / 334 | Yes |
7
Facility
7
IA AVG
46
Rank
#402 / 424 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
97.5%
Facility
97.5%
IA AVG
63.7%
Rank
#7 / 295 | - | 22 | 3
Facility
3
IA AVG
7
Rank
#93 / 299 | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
0.9
Rank
#281 / 299 |
| Valley West Apartments | IL | West Des Moines | - | Yes |
59
Facility
59
IA AVG
46
Rank
#131 / 424 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Woodlands Creek Senior Living | IL AL MC | Clive | - | Yes |
19
Facility
19
IA AVG
46
Rank
#359 / 424 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 23
Facility
23
IA AVG
18
Rank
#87 / 258 | - | A+ | - | - | - |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every IA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
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Independent Living in Iowa
Valley West Apartments is located in West Des Moines, Iowa.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Valley West Apartments
Is Valley West Apartments in a walkable area?
Valley West Apartments has a walk score of 59. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Does Valley West Apartments have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Valley West Apartments on this page.
Are pets allowed at Valley West Apartments?
Yes, Valley West Apartments allows residents to bring their pets.
Are there photos of Valley West Apartments?
Yes — there are 18 photos of Valley West Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Valley West Apartments?
Valley West Apartments is located at 1800 36Th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266.
What is the phone number of Valley West Apartments?
(515) 223-0084 will put you in contact with the team at Valley West Apartments.
Does Valley West Apartments provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — Valley West Apartments is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.





