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Apartments for Rent in Ankeny, IA under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Ankeny, IA under $1200. 110 Rentals Available
  • A living room with a white couch and a wooden table.
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    1735 NW Fieldstream Lane, Ankeny, IA 50023
    1 BED $983+
    2 BEDS $1,188+
  • A living room with a grey couch and a wooden coffee table.
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    918 NE Crestmoor Place #208, Ankeny, IA 50021
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    1 BED $821+
    2 BEDS $946+
  • A living room with a white couch and a coffee table with a cake on it.
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    600 Northwest Cherry Creek Lane, Ankeny, IA 50023
    1 BED $1,000+
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    2333 SW Plaza Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023
    STUDIO $1,130
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen and living room with a couch and a table
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    2333 SW Plaza Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023
    STUDIO $1,130
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  • a living room with a couch and a television
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    1 day ago

    1420 NW 18Th, Ankeny, IA 50023
    1 BED $1,050
  • a living room with a tv and a wooden floor
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    1108 SW 11Th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023
    STUDIO $1,125+
  • A living room with a black couch and a grey rug.
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    902 E 1St Street, Ankeny, IA 50021
    STUDIO $984+
    1 BED $944+
  • A living room with a white couch, a white chair, a white dining table and chairs, a television, and a potted plant.
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    725 - 783 NE 5Th Street, Ankeny, IA 50021
    1 BED $890+
    2 BEDS $861+
  • A kitchen with a white stove and a white dishwasher.
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    202 NE Trilein Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021
    2 BEDS $850+
    3 BEDS $1,150+
  • A kitchen with a white refrigerator, white oven, and brown cabinets.
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    2701 SE Peachtree Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021
    2 BEDS $999+
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  • A kitchen with a white refrigerator and brown cabinets.
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    6365 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA 50131
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    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,100
  • 6450 Merle Hay Road 1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    6450 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $1,000+
  • A living room with a striped rug and two white chairs.
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    6300 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $1,093+
  • A spacious living room with a carpeted floor and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator.
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    408 Sandpiper Court, Polk City, IA 50226
    2 BEDS $1,046+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    6031 Meadow Crest Drive, Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $935+
    2 BEDS $1,160+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a kitchen
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    100 5409 NW Johnston Dr., Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $548+
    2 BEDS $648+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    100 5509 NW Johnston Dr., Johnston, IA 50131
    1 BED $1,150+
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    3560(D,F) E. Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $800
    2 BEDS $900
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • A kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets.
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    2715 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $935+
    3 BEDS $1,140+
  • A long hallway with a kitchen area at the end.
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    3560 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $800
    2 BEDS $900
    3 BEDS $1,120
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    3600 Kennedy Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $1,080
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a counter and a door to a living room
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    5528 Meredith Dr., Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED $716+
    2 BEDS $716+
  • a living room with carpet and a door to a hallway
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    5528 Meredith Drive, Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED $839+
    2 BEDS $958+
  • A living room with a grey couch, a green chair, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.
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    5501 Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
    1 BED $991+
    2 BEDS $1,005+
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Ankeny, IA last updated?

Prices and availability in Ankeny, IA were last updated on 25 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Ankeny, IA?

The best apartments in Ankeny, IA are: Fieldstream Apartment Homes, Prairie Lakes, Timberland at Crestbruck, Redwood Ankeny and Brick Towne at Piper.

What type of rental buildings are in Ankeny, IA?

In Ankeny 29% of the housing is rented out compared to 71% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 13% of Ankeny’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 77% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 9% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Ankeny, IA under $1,200

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,200?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 110 apartments for rent in Ankeny, IA on which you’ll spend less than $1,200. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $1,200

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $1,200. The average rental size in Ankeny, IA is 909 Sqft, but the $1,200 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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