Cheap Homes for Rent in the Tradition Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA from $1,195 (13 Rentals)

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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 602 SE Grant St priced from $895. District Lofts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Tradition apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
602 SE Grant St2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$895
District Lofts ApartmentsDistrict Lofts 1 - 1st Floor Interior Unit1BR,1BA$1,025
Sterling of Prairie TrailSardiniaStudio,1BA$1,080
Roseann LoftsRoseann 1st Floor 1 Bed Suite1BR,1BA$1,099
The Franklin ApartmentsNew 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tradition, IA

As of September 08, 2026 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 Georgetown neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Tradition apartment is the Cascade Falls - Ranch 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 - Ranch3BR,3BA$1.05
Four Grand Brownstones - AnkenyFour Grand Brownstones - Interior3BR,2.5BA$1.19
The Cove at Prairie TrailCove PT - Lake View 3-Bed End Unit3BR,2.5BA$1.35
Prairie Pointe Student Living3 Bdrm Townhome3BR,3BA$0.50
1815 SW White Birch Cir #51815 SW White Birch Cir #53BR,2BA$1.24
Tradition Pointe2Bdrm - 1115 Building (A)2BR,2BA$1.25
Delaware Crossing Apartments & Townhomes2Bedroom/1Bath - Upgraded2BR,1BA$1.43
602 SE Grant St2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.13
Pointe 28Anson Signature1BR,1BA$1.49

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tradition

What type of rentals are currently available in Tradition?

There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in Tradition, IA with pricing that ranges from $530 to $3,603. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tradition ranging from $1,195 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Tradition?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Tradition ranges from $1,195 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,847.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Tradition?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Tradition range from $655 to $3,603, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,195 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $530.

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