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Highlights
- Modern appliances
- Spacious bedrooms
- Hardwood-style floors
- Ample closet space
- Contemporary fixtures
- Pet-friendly
Location
401 Southwest Elm Street, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Todd Scott
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Property Overview
Featuring modern appliances and spacious bedrooms, this residence includes hardwood-style floors, ample closet space, and contemporary fixtures in a pet-friendly environment. With top-rated schools located within just a third of a mile, accessibility to education is a key advantage. Additionally, the availability of 17 photos provides a comprehensive visual overview for interested renters.
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
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 401 Southwest Elm Street
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Carpet |
| Ceiling Fan | Central Heat |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
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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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 401 Southwest Elm Street
Spacious 2-Bedroom Apartment for Rent at 401 SW Elm Street, Ankeny, IA Welcome to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located at 401 SW Elm Street in Ankeny. Situated in a quiet and friendly neighborhood, this apartment is the perfect place to call home. With convenient access to local amenities, parks, and major highways, you'll enjoy both comfort and ease of living. Deposit is equal to rent. $40 Application fee applies. Tenant pays electric & water. (heat is paid by landlord) Features: • 2 spacious bedrooms with ample closet space • Open-concept living area with plenty of natural light • kitchen with modern appliances, including a stove & refrigerator • Updated bathroom with contemporary fixtures and a tub/shower combo • Hardwood-style floors throughout the main living areas. Carpet in bedrooms Additional Amenities: • Off-street parking for residents • Pet-friendly (Cats, no dogs allowed) • Convenient access to I-35, local shopping, dining, and entertainment options • Close to schools and public parks Location: • Just blocks from downtown Ankeny, grocery stores, and dining options • Easy commute to Des Moines and surrounding areas • Near Ankeny’s beautiful parks, including Prairie Ridge and Otter Creek This is an incredible opportunity to live in a well-maintained apartment in one of Ankeny's most sought-after locations. Don't miss out! Contact us today to schedule a tour and make this your new home.
Lease Terms
1 yearProperty 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 401 Southwest Elm Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Address details
| Zip code | 50023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Ankeny
2-bedroom apartments at 401 Southwest Elm Street cost about 32% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ankeny.
Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Ankeny
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,402 |
| May 2024 | $1,437 |
| June 2024 | $1,425 |
| July 2024 | $1,430 |
| August 2024 | $1,409 |
| September 2024 | $1,408 |
| October 2024 | $1,399 |
| November 2024 | $1,382 |
| December 2024 | $1,335 |
| January 2025 | $1,316 |
| February 2025 | $1,332 |
| March 2025 | $1,388 |
| April 2025 | $1,435 |
| May 2025 | $1,501 |
| June 2025 | $1,547 |
| July 2025 | $1,488 |
| August 2025 | $1,425 |
| September 2025 | $1,410 |
| October 2025 | $1,361 |
| November 2025 | $1,351 |
| December 2025 | $1,334 |
| January 2026 | $1,420 |
| February 2026 | $1,491 |
| March 2026 | $1,450 |
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Can I afford to live at 401 Southwest Elm Street?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$39,400/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $985.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Last month | $985 |
| 9 months ago | $975 |
| 1 year ago | $975 |
Schools near 401 Southwest Elm Street
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-
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Olmsted Elementary School
7110 prairie ave
urbandale, IA, 50322
PK, K-5Public
B-
Heritage Elementary
500 ne beaverbrooke blvd
grimes, IA, 50111
PK, K-4Public
B+
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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 401 Southwest Elm Street
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 401 Southwest Elm Street, Ankeny
Groceries
4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some 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 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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