
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Springwood Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA from $500 (34 Rentals)
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Sterling of Prairie Trail

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Pointe 28

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602 SE 7th St, Unit B

The Standard at Prairie Trail

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Sterling at Prairie Trail North

Tradition Pointe

Connect55+ Ankeny Senior Living 55+

402 SE 11th St
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1209 SE Village View Ln

318 Parkland Ct

2431 Four Seasons Dr

1960 Four Seasons Dr

1961 Four Seasons Dr

3145 SW Arlan Ln

3161 SW Sharmin Ln

PineTree Apartments
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Autumn Ridge

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Oakwood Place

Peach Tree

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1218 SE Belmont Dr

1115 SW 11th St

3104 SW Arlan Ln
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2131 Windover Dr

3035 SW Sharmin Ln
Springwood, Ankeny, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Springwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springwood Studio Apartments | $1,109 | $1,059 | $1,130 |
| Springwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,308 | $1,050 | $1,645 |
| Springwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $895 | $2,549 |
| Springwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,836 | $685 | $2,735 |
| Springwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $992 | $560 | $2,300 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Springwood Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA.
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Cheapest Available Springwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Springwood area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakwood Place priced from $780. Sterling of Prairie Trail has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,059. Here are the most affordable Springwood apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Place | Ash 40% | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Sterling of Prairie Trail | Sardinia | Studio,1BA | $1,059 |
| Delaware Crossing Apartments & Townhomes | 2Bedroom/1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| Roseann Lofts | Roseann 1st Floor 1 bed Corner | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Franklin Apartments | New 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Standard at Prairie Trail | 2nd Floor (A1) No Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| District Flats | District Flats 2nd/3rd Floor - 1 Bed (B) | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Pointe 28 | Anson Signature | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Connect55+ Ankeny Senior Living 55+ | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
| Tradition Pointe | 2Bdrm - 1115 Building (A) | 2BR,2BA | $1,367 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Springwood, IA
As of June 21, 2026 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 2Bdrm - 1115 Building (A) Model at Tradition Pointe starting at $1,367 with a $1.22 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Trails | Four bed | 4BR,3BA | $0.77 |
| Tradition Pointe | 2Bdrm - 1115 Building (A) | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Sterling at Prairie Trail North | Ginger Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Delaware Crossing Apartments & Townhomes | 2Bedroom Townhome - Upgraded | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| Connect55+ Ankeny Senior Living 55+ | 2 BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Pointe 28 | Anson Signature | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Roseann Lofts | Roseann 1st Floor 1 bed Corner | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| District Flats | District Flats 2nd/3rd Floor - 1 Bed (B) | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Oakwood Place | Ash 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Sterling of Prairie Trail | Sardinia | Studio ,1BA | $1.86 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSpringwood, Ankeny, IA
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Springwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Springwood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Springwood is at Sterling of Prairie Trail listed at $1,059.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Springwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Springwood Apartment is $780 at Oakwood Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Springwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Springwood is starting from $1,136 at Delaware Crossing Apartments & Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Springwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Springwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tradition Pointe and starts from $1,583.
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