3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ankeny, IA (41 Rentals)

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Autumn Ridge
3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Ridge

2050 Four Seasons DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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Fletcher Estates
3 Bedroom Apartments

Fletcher Estates

205 NE Hayes DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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1211 NE Windsor Dr
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1211 NE Windsor Dr

1211 NE Windsor DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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Oakwood Place
3 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Place

2810 SE Rio DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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Trestle Crossing
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Trestle Crossing

2845 NW 20th LnAnkeny, IA 50023
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Grant Townhomes
3 Bedroom Apartments

Grant Townhomes

3001-3015 SE Grant StAnkeny, IA 50021
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NW Ash Dr.
3 Bedroom Apartments

NW Ash Dr.

1801-1911 NW Ash DrAnkeny, IA 50023
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Twin Gates Townhomes
3 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Gates Townhomes

1558 SW Twin Gates DrAnkeny, IA 50023
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Prairie Lakes
3 Bedroom Apartments

Prairie Lakes

1603 NW Prairie Lakes DrAnkeny, IA 50023

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Largest Available Ankeny 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Ankeny, IA is found at The Villages of Kimberley Crossing in the Georgetown neighborhood and is 1,498 square feet priced from $1,895. Tradition Pointe in the Springwood neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,444 square feet and currently listed start at $1,583. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Ankeny:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Villages of Kimberley CrossingTatum1,498 Sq Ft$1,895
Tradition Pointe3Bdrm - 1115 Building (B)1,444 Sq Ft$1,583
Village at Rock Creek3BR/2.0BA1,431 Sq Ft$1,795
Campus Town Apartments3 Bed / 3 Bath1,430 Sq Ft$725
Cove at Prairie TrailCove PT - Prairie View 3-Bed Interior Unit1,422 Sq Ft$1,850
The Ridge at Canyon Landing TownhomesPearson1,418 Sq Ft$1,675
The PinesUpper Level1,415 Sq Ft$1,350
Lake Shore ApartmentsC2 - Superior1,360 Sq Ft$1,602
Prairie LakesThree Bedroom B1,328 Sq Ft$1,393
Grand Homes (55+ Community)Three Bedroom1,200 Sq Ft$975

Cheapest Available Ankeny 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 19, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Ankeny, IA is the 3 Bdrm Townhome Model starting from $500 at Prairie Pointe Student Living in the Springwood neighborhood. The second most affordable Ankeny 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bed / 3 Bath Model at Campus View Student Housing starting at $620 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Ankeny is currently $1,819. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Ankeny:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Prairie Pointe Student Living3 Bdrm Townhome$500
Campus View Student Housing3 Bed / 3 Bath$620
Grand Homes (55+ Community)Three Bedroom$975
The PinesUpper Level$1,350
Prairie LakesThree Bedroom B$1,393
Avondale Trace CondosAC.3B.2B.B/P$1,400
Tradition ApartmentsVail 3BR$1,420
Tradition Pointe3Bdrm - 1115 Building (B)$1,583
Lake Shore ApartmentsC2 - Superior$1,602
The Ridge at Canyon Landing TownhomesPearson$1,675

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Ankeny Overview

Ankeny, Iowa is an amazing place to live with many opportunities for recreation, access to public transportation, as well as optimal seasonal weather. The town is a great place to raise a family and the town has even been recognized for this fact.

Why live in Ankeny, IA?

The town of Ankeny, Iowa is a very nice place to live because of it's focus on family and building a strong community. The city offers several opportunities for family recreation including hiking, classes, and events all year long. Because of the town's efforts to make the town a great place for families, Ankeny was recognized by Family Circle one of the top ten places in the US to live. A year later, the town placed #62 on the top 100 places to live in MONEY Magazine. If you want a great place to raise your family, choose Ankeny, Iowa.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ankeny, IA

Ranked #11

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Ankeny, IA

Walk Score®

42 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Ankeny Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Ankeny with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Ankeny is at Prairie Pointe Student Living listed at $500.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Ankeny Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Ankeny is $1,819.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Ankeny Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ankeny is a 1,498 square feet unit starting from $1,895 at The Villages of Kimberley Crossing.

What is the average size for Ankeny 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Ankeny is currently 1,595 sq ft.

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