1 Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$2,500/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 16, 2026Community profile
Elite Lodge of Ashworth
909 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines, IA
Independent Living
★ 4.318 reviewsRead reviews
About the community
About Elite Lodge of Ashworth
Published floor plans
2 Bedrooms
Independent Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$3,600/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 16, 2026Tracked published prices
Price history by floor plan
Compare floor plans over time. The lowest current option with tracked history is selected first.
1 Bedroom$2,500 observed · tracking future changes
One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.
Family and resident feedback
4.3 out of 5 from 18 reviews
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★★★★★
PositiveElite Lodge of Ashworth
The grounds and friendly atmosphere and we would absolutely recommend this community to other families.
★★★★★
PositiveExceeded expectations
The general manager, [name removed] is very helpful, kind, and patient. He made the entire process stress-free. The staff is quick to respond and accommodating. The food is 5 star - always something different. The suites are spacious, quiet, and well-maintained. The building is older but we love the well-established the grounds. The residents are all very welcoming and they have many activities where you can meet people. During our search, we visited a lot of newer facilities and just didn't feel quite as home as w…
★★★★★
PositiveFriendly Casual atmosphere
The Lodge is a friendly atmosphere all the units are different You design what you want nice wooded setting Does not have apartment feeling more homelike would definitely recommend the Lodge
★★★★★
PositiveHigh review of The Lodge
We chose The Lodge of Ashworth Inc. because during the tour we were impressed with how clean it was and they had availability at the perfect time. They also remodeled her apartment before she moved in so she was able to pick things like her paint colors. The best part about the community is that she is safe and they have handled the pandemic very well.
★★★★★
PositiveGreat place for the value
Great place for the value and the community is fun. Good food and spacious apartments.
★★★★★
PositiveBeautiful spacious apartments and elegantly landscaped grounds. The staff and residents are friendly and welcoming!
Verified overview
What we know from public sources
- Care options
- Independent Living
- Operator
- Not yet resolved
- Public price status
- Published starting price available
- Last source check
- August 16, 2026
Source-published features
Amenities and services
Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.
Meals & dining
- Bar or Pub
- Café or Bistro
- Private Dining Room
- Professional Chef
- Guest Meals
- Meals Provided
- Room Service
Health & wellness
- Diabetic Care
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
- Incontinence Care
- Non-Ambulatory Care
- Medication Management
Services & convenience
- Transportation at Cost
- Complimentary Transportation
- Uncovered Parking
- Covered Parking
- Resident Parking Available
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
- Cats Allowed
- Dogs Allowed
- Weight Limit (lbs)
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Beautician
Activities & engagement
- Book Club
- Walking Club
- Activities On-site
- Activities Off-site
- Community Service Programs
- Trivia Games
- Community Service Organizations
- Bible Study Group
- Happy Hour
- Live Well Programs
- Bridge Club
- Wii Bowling
- Choir / Singing Club
- Wine Tasting
- Holiday Parties
- Dances
- Protestant Services
- Water Aerobics
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- BBQs or Picnics
- Birthday Parties
- Day Trips and Outings
- Christian Services
- Gardening Club
- Current Events Club
- Catholic Services
- Live Musical Performances
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Visiting Chaplain or Priest
- Devotional Activities Offsite
Outdoor spaces
- Indoor Atrium
- Central Fireplace
- TV Lounge
- Library
- Barber Shop
- Computer or Media Center
- Indoor Common Areas
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Meeting Room
- Private Bath
- Beauty Salon
- Outside Patio
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Game Room
- Golf Course or Putting Green
- Raised Garden Beds
- Woodworking Shop
- Piano or Organ
- Movie or Theater Room
- Billiards Lounge
- Swimming Pool
- Fitness Center
Apartment & room features
- Fireplaces
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Full kitchen
- Air Conditioned
- Garden View
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
- Bath Tubs
- Kitchenette
- Private patio, deck, or balcony
- Ground Floor Units
Official oversight
Inspection and quality records
Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”
Coverage last checked August 16, 2026.
Questions to confirm with the community
- Additional care fees
- Not publicly disclosed
- Move-in fee
- Not publicly disclosed
- Exact unit availability
- Confirmation required
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