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1624 NW 5th StAnkeny, IA 50023
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110 SW School StAnkeny, IA 50023
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7368 NE Berwick DrAnkeny, IA 50021

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Largest Available Ankeny 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ankeny, IA is found at Sterling at Prairie Trail North in the Springwood neighborhood and is 1,242 square feet priced from $1,750. Sterling of Prairie Trail in the Hayes Acres neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 924 square feet and currently listed start at $1,315. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Ankeny:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Sterling at Prairie Trail NorthIndigo Townhome w/ Garage1,242 Sq Ft$1,750
Sterling of Prairie TrailBurgundy924 Sq Ft$1,315
Savannah at AnkenyA1.1 - Private Patio & 2-Car Garage914 Sq Ft$1,443
Fieldstream Apartment HomesOne Bedroom866 Sq Ft$965
Timberland at CrestbruckOne Bedroom B850 Sq Ft$967
Woodland Reserve Apartments1A 796 sf796 Sq Ft$1,056
Pointe 28Anson Signature779 Sq Ft$1,159
The Standard at Prairie Trail3rd Floor (B4)757 Sq Ft$1,500
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom700 Sq Ft$800
Emerald Reserve Ankeny1 BR 1 BA625 Sq Ft$1,355

Cheapest Available Ankeny 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 09, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ankeny, IA is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model starting from $725 at 114 NW College Ave in the Frontier Village neighborhood. The second most affordable Ankeny 1 Bedroom is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 110 NW College Ave starting at $725 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ankeny is currently $1,248. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Ankeny:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
114 NW College Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths$725
110 NW College Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths$725
Brick Towne at Piper1x1$800
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom$800
Brick Towne at Signature Village1 Bedroom$800
2003-2005 W 1st St1B1B$800
105 NW College Ave1BR/1.0BA$835
AshbrookeBayou$890
Lake Shore ApartmentsA1 - Red Rock$951
Fieldstream Apartment HomesOne Bedroom$961

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Ankeny Overview

Ankeny, Iowa is an amazing place to live with many opportunities for recreation, access to public transportation, as well as optimal seasonal weather. The town is a great place to raise a family and the town has even been recognized for this fact.

Why live in Ankeny, IA?

The town of Ankeny, Iowa is a very nice place to live because of it's focus on family and building a strong community. The city offers several opportunities for family recreation including hiking, classes, and events all year long. Because of the town's efforts to make the town a great place for families, Ankeny was recognized by Family Circle one of the top ten places in the US to live. A year later, the town placed #62 on the top 100 places to live in MONEY Magazine. If you want a great place to raise your family, choose Ankeny, Iowa.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Ankeny Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Ankeny with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Ankeny is at 114 NW College Ave listed at $725.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Ankeny Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ankeny is $1,248.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Ankeny Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ankeny is a 1,242 square feet unit starting from $1,750 at Sterling at Prairie Trail North.

What is the average size for Ankeny 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Ankeny is currently 661 sq ft.

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