Cheap Homes for Rent in School Street Commons Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA from $900 (8 Rentals)
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1115 W 1st St

1115 W 1st St

1115 W 1st St

1115 W 1st St

1115 W 1st St
School Street Commons, Ankeny, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in School Street Commons?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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School Street Commons 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,247 | $1,020 | $1,475 |
School Street Commons 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,959 | $1,500 | $2,195 |
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There are currently 8 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 Trailside Apartments priced from $825. Lake Shore Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $858. Here are the most affordable School Street Commons apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Trailside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Lake Shore Park | B5 | 2BR,1BA | $858 |
Trilein Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $860 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in School Street Commons, IA
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the School Street Commons area is the $0.95 price per square foot Upper Level Model at The Pines in the in the Georgetown neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value School Street Commons apartment is the Birchwood Model at Redwood Ankeny starting at $1,787 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Hayes Acres 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. |
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The Pines | Upper Level | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
Redwood Ankeny | Birchwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Chalet at Prairie Trail | Chalet - End Non-Patio | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
Prairie Lakes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Lake Shore Place | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Timberland at Crestbruck | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Lake Shore Park | B5 | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Chapel Apartments | 2 BD Legacy | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Trilein Village Apartments | 2 BDRM-Remodel | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Trailside Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about School Street Commons
What type of rentals are currently available in School Street Commons?
There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in School Street Commons, IA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $2,600. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in School Street Commons ranging from $900 to $2,195.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in School Street Commons?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in School Street Commons ranges from $900 to $2,195 with an average monthly rent of $1,401.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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