
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ankeny, IA Under $1,500 (38 Rentals)


Brick Towne at Piper

Brick Towne at Signature Village

Lake Shore Apartments

Woodland Reserve Apartments

The Standard at 36th Street

Roseann Lofts

Sterling at Prairie Trail North
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District Lofts Apartments

The Sterling at Prairie Trail - Phase 1

Timberland at Crestbruck

Trilein Village Apartments

Trailside Apartments

Vintage Lofts - Ankeny

Starland 2002 Hickory LLC

2021 NW hickory Ln
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1927 NW Hickory Ln

2013 NW Hickory Ln

1216 SW Des Moines St

214 NW Chapel Dr

1135 SW 11th St

1115 W 1st St

1115 W 1st St

1115 W 1st St
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6633 NW 6th Dr
Ankeny, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ankeny?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Ankeny Studio Apartments | $1,136 | $867 | $1,448 |
Ankeny 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,282 | $700 | $2,623 |
Ankeny 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $795 | $2,899 |
Ankeny 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,819 | $500 | $2,727 |
Ankeny 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $500 | $2,500 |
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Getting Around Ankeny, IA
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 Ankeny Park Apartments listed at $700.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Ankeny Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ankeny is $1,282.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Ankeny Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ankeny is a 1,078 square feet unit starting from $1,449 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 940 sq ft.
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