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Houses for Rent in Ankeny, IA

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  • a house with a garage door and a driveway
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    4515 NE Briarwood Drive, Ankeny, IA 50021
    4 BEDS $2,500
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black stove top oven.
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    204 Northwest Sharmin Drive, Ankeny, IA 50023
    3 BEDS $1,895

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  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a wooden island with chairs.
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    4813 Sawyers Drive, Des Moines, IA 50310
    3 BEDS $2,500
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a black countertop.
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    4124 Lower Beaver Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310
    3 BEDS $1,500
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wood cabinets and a refrigerator
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    Multiple, Des Moines, IA 50314
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    1 BED $685
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  • a row of houses on a street with a driveway
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    1100 NE 19Th Street, Grimes, IA 50111
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • A modern kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
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    1502 Northeast Savana Drive, Grimes, IA 50111
    4 BEDS $2,595
  • a blue house with a white garage door
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    16617 Goodman Dr., Urbandale, IA 50323
    4 BEDS $2,400
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Ankeny, IA rent trends

Rental prices in Ankeny, IA have increased by 4.89% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,302 to $1,366.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,743, the average rent in Ankeny, IA is $1,366.

Average rent in Ankeny, IA

$1,366/mo Ankeny, IA average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Ankeny, IA is $1,366.

    What's the typical rent budget in Ankeny, IA?

    About 22% of apartment rents in Ankeny, IA range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 4% of apartments. Around 53% of Ankeny’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 18% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 3% of apartment rentals in Ankeny are in the $2,501-$3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Ankeny, IA (53%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Ankeny, IA

    81 /100
    Very Walkable
    62 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 81, Bike Score®: 62

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the average size of a rental house in Ankeny, IA?

    The average Ankeny, IA rental house size is 2,660 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in Ankeny, IA?

    Renting a house in Ankeny, IA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Ankeny, IA?

    Houses for rent in Ankeny, IA are usually located in non-central areas.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

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    Renting a house in Ankeny, IA

    Those looking for a cozy home with lots of living and storage space and a backyard, and also like the freedom of renting, rental homes can offer the best of both worlds. This segment of the rental market has become very popular and the selection is better than ever. In Ankeny, IA there are 8 homes for rent including duplexes, townhomes and single family homes for rent. If you are flexible about the location, you will find cheap houses to rent by searching a little further away from downtown, for as little as $685, or, if you’re willing to pay a little extra, take a look at what’s available in some of the best residential areas in town, and you’ll be surprised to find a nice selection of single-family houses renting for up to $2,595. To find the right house that fits your criteria, filter by price, number of bedrooms, number of bathrooms or amenities. It may also be useful to know that the average cost to rent a single family home in Ankeny, IA is $1,835.

    When you rent a house you can have as little or as much space as you wish

    While apartments can be more limiting space wise, when you rent a house, you have a little more wiggle room (pun intended). Smaller 1 bedroom homes are perfect for a couple, 2 bedroom homes for those who need an extra bedroom for guests or for a baby, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom homes that are just right for families with children. Larger rental homes are also great for sharing with roommates, whether you’re looking for something close to work, close to your college campus, or just close to shopping and entertainment.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!