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405 Sw Elm St, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Property Overview
Located in a desirable area, the property offers great accessibility to local amenities and recreational spaces. Notable features include newer kitchen appliances, enhancing functionality and style. With a blend of convenience, modern updates, and an appealing neighborhood, this location presents a compelling opportunity for various buyers.
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 405 Sw Elm St
Apartment Amenities
| Carpet | Freezer |
| Gas | Laminate |
| Linoleum Vinyl | Radiant |
Appliances
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Cable Ready | Wired For Internet |
Building
| Cats OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Lawn | Off-Street Parking |
| Outdoor Space |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks |
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 405 Sw Elm St
Property Id: 1048852 Colonial House on 401 SW Elm Street offers Large 2-bedroom, modern floor plans, Multiple Closets, at an affordable rate! Remodeled units with newer counter tops, appliances, carpet and vinyl. Colonial House is located in central / uptown Ankeny with close access to many parks, shopping, restaurants and walking distance to the High Trestle Trail! Some pets considered with additional deposit. Deposit is equal to rent. $40 Application fee applies. Tenant pays electric & water. (Heat is paid by landlord) - Newer Kitchen Appliances - Newer Carpet / Vinyl - Walk-out Private Porch / Deck - High Trestle Trail is walking distance - Uptown / shopping & Restaurants
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 405 Sw Elm St, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA 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
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- 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
Address details
| Zip code | 50023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Ankeny
2-bedroom apartments at 405 Sw Elm St cost about 27% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ankeny.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Ankeny
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,290 |
| January 2024 | $1,269 |
| February 2024 | $1,305 |
| March 2024 | $1,380 |
| 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 |
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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.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 months ago | $975 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 months ago | $975 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $950 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $950 | 2 bed | 0.5 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $950 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
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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 405 Sw Elm St
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 405 Sw Elm St, 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
Other units at this address
405 Sw Elm St, Ankeny, IA
405 Sw Elm St Ankeny, IA
Occupied
2 Beds, 0.5 Baths
2 Beds
0.5 Baths
$975
Balcony • Assigned Parking • Carpet • On-Site Laundry • Walk-In Closets • Dishwasher
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