
Cheap Homes for Rent in Ankeny, IA from $900 (9 Rentals)
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1439 NE 66th Ave

802 SW 3rd St

311 NW State St

1115 SW 11th St

1825 SW White Birch Cir, Unit 11

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How much does it cost to rent a home in Ankeny?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ankeny 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,505 | $1,100 | $2,250 |
Ankeny 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,030 | $1,350 | $2,395 |
Ankeny 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,530 | $2,095 | $2,995 |
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Cheapest Available Ankeny Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ankeny, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at Prairie Pointe Student Living in the Springwood neighborhood priced from $500. Campus View Student Housing in the Springwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ankeny apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Prairie Pointe Student Living | 4 Bdrm Townhome | 4BR,4BA | $500 |
Campus View Student Housing | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $500 |
Ankeny Park Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ankeny, IA
As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ankeny area is the $1.05 price per square foot Cascade Falls - Two-Story Model at Prairie Trails in the in the Springwood neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Ankeny apartment is the Diamond Hills Model at Diamond Hills starting at $1,900 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Springwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ankeny apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Prairie Trails | Cascade Falls - Two-Story | 3BR,3BA | $1.05 |
Diamond Hills | Diamond Hills | 3BR,3BA | $0.95 |
Prairie Pointe Student Living | 4 Bdrm Flat | 4BR,4BA | $0.33 |
Prairie Lakes | Three Bedroom B | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
Applewood Properties | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Timberland at Crestbruck | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Chapel Apartments | 2 BD Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Frontier Village | 2BD LL | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Campus View Student Housing | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ankeny
What type of rentals are currently available in Ankeny?
There are currently 200 Apartments for Rent in Ankeny, IA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $2,861. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ankeny ranging from $900 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ankeny?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ankeny ranges from $900 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,780.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ankeny?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ankeny range from $975 to $2,592, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $2,395. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $500.
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