
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the School Street Commons Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA from $600 (18 Rentals)
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Lake Shore Park

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School Street Commons, Ankeny, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in School Street Commons?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| School Street Commons Studio Apartments | $986 | $984 | $989 |
| School Street Commons 1 Bedroom Apartments | $930 | $791 | $1,133 |
| School Street Commons 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $865 | $2,381 |
| School Street Commons 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $1,173 | $2,350 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the School Street Commons Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA.
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Cheapest Available School Street Commons Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the School Street Commons area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Timberland at Crestbruck priced from $791. Lake Shore Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $792. Here are the most affordable School Street Commons apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberland at Crestbruck | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $791 |
| Lake Shore Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $792 |
| Trailside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Trilein Village Apartments | 1 BDRM-Remodel | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Lake Shore Place | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in School Street Commons, IA
As of November 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the School Street Commons area is the $1.10 price per square foot Elm St - 2-Story Unfinished Basement Model at Elm St Villas in the in the Hayes Acres neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value School Street Commons apartment is the Three Bedroom B Model at Prairie Lakes starting at $1,382 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Georgetown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for School Street Commons apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm St Villas | Elm St - 2-Story Unfinished Basement | 3BR,3BA | $1.10 |
| Prairie Lakes | Three Bedroom B | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Chalet at Prairie Trail | Chalet - Interior Patio | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
| Lake Shore Place | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Trailside Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Timberland at Crestbruck | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Uptown Lofts | Floor Plan F | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Lake Shore Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Lake Shore Apartments | S5 - Saylor Valley | Studio ,1BA | $1.48 |
| Trilein Village Apartments | 1 BDRM-Remodel | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSchool Street Commons, Ankeny, IA
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap School Street Commons Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom School Street Commons Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom School Street Commons Apartment is $791 at Timberland at Crestbruck.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom School Street Commons Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in School Street Commons is starting from $874 at Lake Shore Park.
What is the most affordable School Street Commons Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap School Street Commons Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lake Shore Place and starts from $1,173.
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