
Senior Apartments for Rent in Ankeny, IA (12 Rentals)
Apartments for adults 55+ years of age in Ankeny with convenient services, and fun activities.

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Ankeny, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ankeny?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ankeny Senior Studio Apartments | $1,136 | $867 | $1,448 |
Ankeny Senior 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $700 | $2,583 |
Ankeny Senior 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $795 | $2,899 |
Ankeny Senior 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,819 | $500 | $2,727 |
Ankeny Senior 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $500 | $2,500 |
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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 LifestyleAnkeny, IA
Ranked #11
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Ankeny, IA
Southeast Elementary School
Ankeny Centennial High School
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Ankeny Apartments
What is the Cheapest Senior apartment in Ankeny?
Currently the most affordable Senior Apartment in Ankeny is at Grand Homes (55+ Community) listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a Senior Ankeny Apartment?
The average rent for a Senior Apartment in Ankeny is $1,187.
What is the largest Senior Ankeny Apartment for rent?
Today's Senior apartment with the most square footage in Ankeny is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $800 at Grand Homes (55+ Community).
What is the average size for Ankeny Senior Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Senior rental in Ankeny is currently at 668 sq ft.
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