
Apartments for Rent in the Diamond Hills Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA (54 Rentals)


Sterling of Prairie Trail

The Franklin Apartments

Pointe 28

Lake Shore Apartments

The Standard at Prairie Trail

Sterling at Prairie Trail North

Emerald Reserve Ankeny

Redwood Ankeny

Roseann Lofts
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Prairie Trails

District Lofts Apartments

Chalet at Prairie Trail Townhomes

Uptown Lofts

1114 SE Belmont Dr

2003-2005 W 1st St

District Brownstone Townhomes

The Cove at Prairie Trail

Prairie Trails

Diamond Hills
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Oakwood Place

District Flats

District Place

Elm St Villas

Skyline Lofts

Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny

Prairie Pointe Student Living

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Vintage Lofts - Ankeny

110-114 NW State St

Tradition Pointe
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Lake Shore Place

602 SE Grant St

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206 SW State St, Unit 5

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1815 SW White Birch Cir #5

3161 SW Sharmin Ln

2936 SW Country Ln

405 SW Elm St

3032 SW Arlan Ln

3142 SW Sharmin Ln

3005 SW Sharmin Ln
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1617 SW White Birch Cir

3164 SW Arlan Ln

2302 SW 23rd St

2071 SW Cascade Falls Dr

1651 SW Arlan Dr

2052 SW 35th St

Sawgrass Links Townhomes

White Birch Park Townhomes

The Village at White Birch

2727-2747 SW 24th Ln
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Diamond Hills, Ankeny, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Diamond Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Hills Studio Apartments | $1,107 | $1,028 | $1,133 |
| Diamond Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,172 | $562 | $1,750 |
| Diamond Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $895 | $2,549 |
| Diamond Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,564 | $655 | $2,600 |
| Diamond Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $530 | $2,300 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Diamond Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,487 | $1,445 | $1,595 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,328 | $2,245 | $2,395 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDiamond Hills, Ankeny, IA
Ranked #9
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Diamond Hills, Ankeny, IA
Crocker Elementary School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including Diamond Hills, Ankeny, and the greater Des Moines area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Luxury Living Rating
Diamond Hills has a reputation as one of the best higher-end submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, maid services, park access, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury communities also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
Are there dogs and cats in your life? this residential submarket has emerged as one of our favorite neighborhoods for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Diamond Hills
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Diamond Hills area of Ankeny, IA?
As of today, September 13, 2026, there are currently 54 available Diamond Hills apartments priced from $530 to $2,600, with an average monthly rent of $1,327.
How much are Studio apartments in Diamond Hills?
There are currently 4 Studio Apartments in Diamond Hills with rent ranges from $1,028 to $1,133 with an average price of $1,107.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Diamond Hills Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Diamond Hills ranges from $562 to $1,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,172.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Diamond Hills cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Diamond Hills range from $895 to $2,549. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,499.
How expensive are Diamond Hills Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 16 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Diamond Hills on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $655 to $2,600 - averaging $1,564 for the location.
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