Cheap Homes for Rent in Creekside Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA from $600 (16 Rentals)

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Creekside, Ankeny, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Creekside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Creekside area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ankeny Park Apartments priced from $700. Starland 2002 Hickory LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Creekside apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ankeny Park Apartments1B1B1BR,1BA$700
Starland 2002 Hickory LLCOne Bedroom, one bath unit.1BR,1BA$795
Lake Shore PlaceB12BR,1BA$799
Timberland at CrestbruckOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$816
Trailside Apartments1 Bedroom 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Creekside, IA

As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Creekside area is the $1.13 price per square foot Pearson Model at The Ridge at Canyon Landing Townhomes in the in the Creekside neighborhood starting from $1,601. The second greatest value Creekside apartment is the Three Bedroom A Model at Prairie Lakes starting at $1,328 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Georgetown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Creekside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Ridge at Canyon Landing TownhomesPearson3BR,2.5BA$1.13
Prairie LakesThree Bedroom A3BR,2BA$1.08
Applewood PropertiesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.85
Avondale Trace CondosAC.2B.2B.B/P2BR,2BA$1.21
Northgate Apartments2 Bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.26
Lake Shore PlaceB12BR,1BA$0.91
206 SW State St, Unit 5206 SW State St2BR,1BA$1.00
Village on State2BD LL2BR,1BA$1.06
Starland 2002 Hickory LLCOne Bedroom, one bath unit.1BR,1BA$1.14
Lake Shore ParkA11BR,1BA$1.25

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Creekside, Ankeny, IA

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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Creekside

What type of rentals are currently available in Creekside?

There are currently 122 Apartments for Rent in Creekside, IA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $7,954. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Creekside ranging from $650 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Creekside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Creekside ranges from $650 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,575.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Creekside?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Creekside range from $999 to $7,954, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,210.

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