Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tradition 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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Belmont Point Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Belmont Point Apartments

1102 SE Belmont DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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2701 SE Peachtree DrAnkeny, IA 50021

Tradition, Ankeny, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Tradition Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tradition area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Belmont Manor priced from $795. Oakwood Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Tradition apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Belmont Manor2 BR Central Air Balcony2BR,1BA$795
Oakwood PlaceThe Ash1BR,1BA$1,050
Delaware Crossing Apartments & Townhomes2Bedroom/1Bath2BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tradition, IA

As of December 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tradition 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 Tradition 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 Tradition 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
Prairie Pointe Student Living3 Bdrm Townhome3BR,3BA$0.52
1815 SW White Birch Cir #51815 SW White Birch Cir #53BR,2BA$1.24
Tradition Pointe2Bdrm - 1103 Building (B)2BR,2BA$1.21
Uptown LoftsFloor Plan C2BR,2BA$1.29
Delaware Crossing Apartments & Townhomes2Bedroom Townhome - Upgraded2BR,1.5BA$1.43
Pointe 28Whistler - Classic1BR,1BA$1.40
Belmont Manor2 BR Central Air Balcony2BR,1BA$1.16

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Tradition, Ankeny, IA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Des Moines, Iowa. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tradition Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tradition?

The cheapest apartment in Tradition is Oakwood Place which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Tradition costs $1,855.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tradition?

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 16 regular apartments in Tradition 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 Tradition?

Cheap apartments in Tradition have an average cost of $298 which is $1,557 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tradition.

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

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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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!