Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hayes Acres Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA from $500 (46 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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property at 209 SW School St

$975

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$975
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$975

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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209 SW School St

AnkenyIA50023

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 402 SE 11th St

$1,400

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$1,400
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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 1

402 SE 11th St

AnkenyIA50021

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Fletcher Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fletcher Estates

205 NE Hayes DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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Walnut Ridge
2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Ridge

201-217 NE 12th St PlAnkeny, IA 50021
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Maple Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Apartments

1011 SE 3rd StAnkeny, IA 50021
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1211 NE Windsor Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1211 NE Windsor Dr

1211 NE Windsor DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Hayes Acres, Ankeny, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hayes Acres Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hayes Acres area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ankeny Park Apartments priced from $700. The Franklin Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $730. Here are the most affordable Hayes Acres apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ankeny Park Apartments1B1B1BR,1BA$700
The Franklin ApartmentsA22BR,2BA$730
602 SE Grant St2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$825
Applewood PropertiesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$875
Lake Shore ParkA11BR,1BA$890
Maple Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$895
Brick Towne at Signature Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Pine MeadowsB1 Classic2BR,1BA$975
Brick Towne at Piper1x11BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayes Acres, IA

As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hayes Acres area is the $0.77 price per square foot Four bed Model at Prairie Trails in the in the Hayes Acres neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Hayes Acres apartment is the Centennial Pointe West Model at Centennial Pointe West starting at $2,400 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Georgetown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hayes Acres apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Prairie TrailsFour bed4BR,3BA$0.77
Centennial Pointe WestCentennial Pointe West3BR,3BA$1.00
Four Grand Brownstones - AnkenyFour Grand Brownstones - End3BR,2.5BA$1.22
Tradition Pointe2Bdrm - 1115 Building (A)2BR,2BA$1.22
Windsor Village CondosWV 2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.24
Applewood PropertiesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.87
Timberland at CrestbruckTwo Bedroom B2BR,1BA$1.02
Maple Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.99
Pine MeadowsB1 Renovated2BR,1BA$1.23
602 SE Grant St2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.03

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Hayes Acres, Ankeny, IA

Ranked #2

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hayes Acres Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hayes Acres?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hayes Acres is at Sterling of Prairie Trail listed at $1,059.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hayes Acres Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hayes Acres Apartment is $700 at Ankeny Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hayes Acres Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hayes Acres is starting from $730 at The Franklin Apartments.

What is the most affordable Hayes Acres Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hayes Acres Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tradition Pointe and starts from $1,583.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.