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Highlights
- Laundry in building
- No smoking
Location
226 Nw College Ave, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Property Overview
Strong value for money stands out alongside on-site laundry and a no-smoking policy. The area also offers pet-friendly convenience, with nearby pet hospital and pet supply store options.
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
Less expensive- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 226 Nw College Ave #4
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Carpet |
| Gas | Laminate |
| Water |
Appliances
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Onsite Laundry |
| Sewage |
Services
| Garbage | On-Site Management |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 226 Nw College Ave #4
Property Id: 950604 Affordable 1 BR 1 BA with FREE heat, water, sewer, and trash! Wall A/C, range, and fridge provided. Laundry in building. No Smoking. No dogs. Pets must be approved by management. Photos are from a similar unit Rent $675.00 per month. Deposit $675.00. Call Northwest Property Management today to see if you might qualify!
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 226 Nw College Ave #4 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Address details
| Zip code | 50023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Ankeny
1-bedroom apartments at 226 Nw College Ave #4 cost about 43% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ankeny.
Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Ankeny
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,196 |
| 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 | $1,131 |
| October 2025 | $1,117 |
| November 2025 | $998 |
| December 2025 | $1,049 |
| January 2026 | $1,137 |
| February 2026 | $1,237 |
| March 2026 | $1,217 |
| April 2026 | $1,217 |
| May 2026 | $1,231 |
| June 2026 | $1,202 |
| July 2026 | $1,201 |
| August 2026 | $1,193 |
| September 2026 | $1,188 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 226 Nw College Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$27,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $675.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 2 months ago | $675 |
| 4 months ago | $675 |
| 4 years ago | $650 |
Schools near 226 Nw College Ave #4
Northwest Elementary School
1202 w first st
ankeny, IA, 50023
K-5Public
B
Terrace Learning Center
310 nw school st
ankeny, IA, 50023
PKPublic
Heritage Elementary School
301 sw prairie trail pky
ankeny, IA, 50023
K-5Public
A-
Olmsted Elementary School
7110 prairie ave
urbandale, IA, 50322
PK, K-5Public
B-
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Getting around Ankeny near 226 Nw College Ave
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
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 226 Nw College Ave, Ankeny
Groceries
1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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