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1206 Sw Franklin Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Property Overview
Featuring spacious interiors illuminated by large windows and a high-speed internet option, this property appeals to those working from home. Its proximity to top-rated schools within 0.54 miles enhances its educational appeal, while being in the 87.5 percentile for value per square foot signals a strong investment. Additionally, pet lovers will appreciate the abundance of nearby grooming services, hospitals, and supply stores, ensuring a pet-friendly environment.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- High school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Work-from-home
Amenities for 1206 Sw Franklin Ln
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Hardwood Floor |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Refrigerator |
| Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog policy
| Allowed |
|---|
Cat policy
| Allowed |
|---|
Contact for more information on pet policy.
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About 1206 Sw Franklin Ln
Newly built townhome in the Prairie Trail district in Ankeny. Welcome to this beautifully built one bedroom home in the heart of The District. Within walking/biking distance to several stores, grocery stores, Dr offices, schools, theaters, restaurants, bars and so much more! Walking paths and parks surround. This stunning home offers a spacious open floor plan. This 940 sq ft home features beautiful hardwood floors throughout, large natural light windows, and street parking. Front porch and back porch areas on all homes. The centerpiece of the house is the kitchen, offering luxury high end quartz countertops, all stainless steel appliances, and plenty of cupboards. Highly energy efficient with heat pump. High speed fiber optic internet up to 2 gig. Washer and Dryer in unit. Walk in closet and en-suite bathroom. Newly built home in the Prairie Trail district in Ankeny. Welcome to this beautifully built one bedroom townhome in the heart of The District. Within walking/biking distance to several stores, grocery stores, Dr offices, schools, theaters, restaurants, bars and so much more! Walking paths and parks surround. This stunning home offers a spacious open floor plan. This 940 sq ft home features beautiful hardwood floors throughout, large natural light windows, and street parking. Front porch and back porch areas on all homes. The centerpiece of the house is the kitchen, offering luxury high end quartz countertops, all stainless steel appliances, and plenty of cupboards. Highly energy efficient with heat pump. High speed fiber optic internet up to 2 gig. Washer and Dryer in unit. Walk in closet and en-suite bathroom.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1206 Sw Franklin Ln compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 260 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Zip code | 50023 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Ankeny
1-bedroom apartments at 1206 Sw Franklin Ln cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ankeny.
Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Ankeny
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,096 |
| November 2023 | $1,064 |
| December 2023 | $1,016 |
| January 2024 | $1,055 |
| February 2024 | $1,049 |
| March 2024 | $1,159 |
| April 2024 | $1,191 |
| May 2024 | $1,174 |
| June 2024 | $1,203 |
| July 2024 | $1,229 |
| August 2024 | $1,228 |
| September 2024 | $1,208 |
| October 2024 | $1,174 |
| November 2024 | $1,126 |
| December 2024 | $1,168 |
| January 2025 | $1,113 |
| February 2025 | $1,193 |
| March 2025 | $1,207 |
| April 2025 | $1,183 |
| May 2025 | $1,231 |
| June 2025 | $1,195 |
| July 2025 | $1,146 |
| August 2025 | $1,124 |
| September 2025 | $1,126 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1206 Sw Franklin Ln?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$47,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,195.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 3 months ago | $1,195 |
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Ankeny near 1206 Sw Franklin Ln
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1206 Sw Franklin Ln, Ankeny
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
4/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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