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6633 NW 6th Dr

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Cheapest Available Ankeny Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ankeny, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 114 NW College Ave in the Frontier Village neighborhood priced from $725. 110 NW College Ave in the Frontier Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ankeny apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
114 NW College Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$725
110 NW College Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$725
Trilein VillageSterling SignatureStudio,1BA$770
218 NW State St2 BD Legacy2BR,1BA$795
Brick Towne at Signature Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ankeny, IA

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ankeny area is the $0.77 price per square foot Four bed Model at Prairie Trails in the in the Georgetown neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Ankeny 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 Ankeny 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
Prairie Pointe Student Living3 Bdrm Townhome3BR,3BA$0.50
Northgate Apartments3 bedroom 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.10
Applewood PropertiesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.87
Lake Shore PlaceB12BR,1BA$1.14
Timberland at CrestbruckTwo Bedroom A2BR,1BA$1.13
218 NW State St2 BD Legacy2BR,1BA$0.99
Grand Homes (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
602 SE Grant St2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ankeny

What type of rentals are currently available in Ankeny?

There are currently 212 Apartments for Rent in Ankeny, IA with pricing that ranges from $530 to $3,585. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ankeny ranging from $725 to $2,700.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ankeny ranges from $725 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,794.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ankeny range from $655 to $3,585, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $530.

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