
Apartments for Rent in the Tradition Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA (99 Rentals)


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Pointe 28

The Standard at Prairie Trail

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Redwood Ankeny

Roseann Lofts

Prairie Trails
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Oakwood Place

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1114 SE Belmont Dr

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District Flats

District Place

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Skyline Lofts

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Prairie Pointe Student Living

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Vintage Lofts - Ankeny

Tradition Pointe

602 SE Grant St

2936 SW Country Ln
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413 SW Westlawn Dr

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901 SE Oralabor Rd, Unit 4

3161 SW Sharmin Ln

1309 Sw Lynn Dr.

1145 SE Village View Ln

401 SW Elm St

405 SW Elm St

319 Spring Park Dr

2231 Windover Dr

3032 SW Arlan Ln
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401 SE Lowell Dr

3142 SW Sharmin Ln

1617 SW White Birch Cir

2302 SW 23rd St

2408 SW Plaza Pkwy

1651 SW Arlan Dr

2071 SW Cascade Falls Dr

1204 SW Franklin Dr

1115 SW 11th St

1121 SW 11th St
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Tradition, Ankeny, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tradition?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tradition Studio Apartments | $1,114 | $1,080 | $1,133 |
| Tradition 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,327 | $562 | $1,750 |
| Tradition 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $895 | $2,798 |
| Tradition 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $655 | $2,600 |
| Tradition 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $530 | $2,300 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Tradition?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,493 | $1,375 | $1,695 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,065 | $1,429 | $2,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,260 | $1,995 | $2,495 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleTradition, Ankeny, IA
Ranked #8
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Tradition, Ankeny, IA
Crocker Elementary School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Iowa including Tradition, Ankeny, and the greater Des Moines area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a son or daughter (or both!)? Amongst all of the submarkets in Ankeny, Tradition has risen to be one of our preferred communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to the best-regarded education resources.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with parks and green spaces is something that is important for them. This submarket ranks as providing first-class access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This area of town has a reputation as one of the best-regarded high-end communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Do you have pets? this section of town has emerged as one of our favorite neighborhoods for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tradition
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Tradition area of Ankeny, IA?
As of today, August 24, 2026, there are currently 99 available Tradition apartments priced from $530 to $2,798, with an average monthly rent of $1,481.
How much are Studio apartments in Tradition?
There are currently 10 Studio Apartments in Tradition with rent ranges from $1,080 to $1,133 with an average price of $1,114.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Tradition Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Tradition ranges from $562 to $1,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,327.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Tradition cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Tradition range from $895 to $2,798. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,640.
How expensive are Tradition Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 15 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Tradition on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $655 to $2,600 - averaging $1,813 for the location.
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