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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waywin Acres Neighborhood of Ankeny, IA from $500 (23 Rentals)
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$799 - $1,6042 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Lake Shore Place
202 NE Trilein DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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$816 - $1,357Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Timberland at Crestbruck
918 NE Crestmoor PlAnkeny, IA 50021
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$825 - $1,0201 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Trailside Apartments
1115 W 1st StAnkeny, IA 50023
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$846 - $1,3151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Lake Shore Park
725-783 NE 5th StAnkeny, IA 50021
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Chapel Apartments
310 NW Chapel DrAnkeny, IA 50023
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$880 - $9881 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Trilein Village Apartments
317 NE Trilein DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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$8952 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 29, 2026
901 SE Oralabor Rd, Unit 21
901 SE Oralabor RdAnkeny, IA 50021
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Waywin Acres, Ankeny, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waywin Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waywin Acres Studio Apartments | $1,091 | $991 | $1,150 |
| Waywin Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,066 | $821 | $1,699 |
| Waywin Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,261 | $795 | $1,983 |
| Waywin Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $685 | $8,777 |
| Waywin Acres 4 Bedroom Apartments | $932 | $655 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available Waywin Acres Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waywin Acres area of Des Moines, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Lake Shore Place priced from $799. Timberland at Crestbruck has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $816. Here are the most affordable Waywin Acres apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Lake Shore Place | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Timberland at Crestbruck | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $816 |
| Trailside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Village on State | 2BD LL | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Lake Shore Park | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $846 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waywin Acres, IA
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waywin Acres 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 Waywin Acres apartment is the 3 Bdrm Townhome Model at Prairie Pointe Student Living starting at $685 with a $0.52 price per square foot in the Hayes Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waywin Acres apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Prairie Trails | Four bed | 4BR,3BA | $0.77 |
| Prairie Pointe Student Living | 3 Bdrm Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $0.52 |
| Prairie Lakes | Three Bedroom A | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 1815 SW White Birch Cir #5 | 1815 SW White Birch Cir #5 | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Tradition Pointe | 2Bdrm - 1103 Building (B) | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Windsor Village Phase 1 | WV 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| The Franklin Apartments | A2S | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Lake Shore Place | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Village on State | 2BD LL | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Lake Shore Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Best Local Schools in Waywin Acres, Ankeny, IA
Southeast Elementary School
Ankeny Community School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (520)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waywin Acres Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waywin Acres?
The cheapest apartment in Waywin Acres is Timberland at Crestbruck which is listed at $816, while the average apartment in Waywin Acres costs $1,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waywin Acres?
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 15 regular apartments in Waywin Acres 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 Waywin Acres?
Cheap apartments in Waywin Acres have an average cost of $308 which is $1,192 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waywin Acres.
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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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Written by: Justin Habersaat
Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.
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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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