Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Springwood Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA from $500 (5 Rentals)

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Autumn Ridge
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Ridge

2050 Four Seasons DrAnkeny, IA 50021

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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2701 SE Peachtree DrAnkeny, IA 50021

Springwood, Ankeny, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Springwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Springwood area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Belmont Manor priced from $895. Oakwood Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Springwood apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Belmont Manor2 BR Central Air Balcony2BR,1BA$895
Oakwood PlaceThe Ash1BR,1BA$1,050
Roseann LoftsRoseann - Brand NEW 2nd/3rd Floor 1 Bedroom Suite1BR,1BA$1,115

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Springwood, IA

As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Springwood 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 Springwood apartment is the Cascade Falls - Two-Story Model at Prairie Trails starting at $2,300 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Hayes Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Springwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Prairie TrailsFour bed4BR,3BA$0.77
Prairie TrailsCascade Falls - Two-Story3BR,3BA$1.05
Elm St VillasElm St - 2-Story Unfinished Basement3BR,3BA$1.10
Tradition Pointe3Bdrm - 1115 Building (B)3BR,3BA$1.05
District Brownstone TownhomesDistrict Brownstones 2 Bed Interior Unit2BR,2.5BA$1.31
Prairie Pointe Student Living3 Bdrm Townhome3BR,3BA$0.52
Chalet at Prairie TrailChalet - End Non-Patio2BR,2.5BA$1.40
Delaware Crossing Apartments & Townhomes2Bedroom/1Bath - Upgraded2BR,1BA$1.23
Pointe 28Whistler - Classic1BR,1BA$1.47
Belmont Manor2 BR Central Air Balcony2BR,1BA$1.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Springwood, Ankeny, IA

Ranked #9

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Ankeny. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Springwood Neighborhood in Ankeny, IA

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Springwood Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Springwood?

The cheapest apartment in Springwood is Oakwood Place which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Springwood costs $1,591.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Springwood?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Springwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Springwood?

Cheap apartments in Springwood have an average cost of $431 which is $1,160 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Springwood.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.