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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 2-car garage attached
  • Premium finishes

Location

1048 Sw Des Moines St, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Management

Caliber Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(515) 333-4403

Property Overview

Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny earns a strong overall impression with an 8.1 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent price and location scores and solid amenities and trustworthiness. It stands out for premium finishes, a pet-friendly policy, and an attached 2-car garage, while nearby grocery and school access adds everyday convenience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

Four Grand Brownstones - Interior3 bed2.5 bath1,801 sqft$2,150 /mo2 units availableThe Four Grand Brownstones offer amazing 3 bed, 2.5 bathrooms, 2-car attached garage townhomes located in the highly coveted Prairie Trail neighborhood. These new units offer premium finishes, ample natural light, and tons of space. Schedule a tour today! One-time, non-refundable Lease Admin fee: $125 Security Deposit: $800 Pet Friendly! 2 pets per unit. Maximum combined weight of 50lbs per unit. Pet Placement Fee of $275. Pet Rent: $50/month for one pet, an extra $25/month for second pet. For more information, please visit: https calibercompany com property-management rental four-grand-brownstones
Four Grand Brownstones - End3 bed2.5 bath1,801 sqft$2,200 /mo1 unit availableThe Four Grand Brownstones offer amazing 3 bed, 2.5 bathrooms, 2-car attached garage townhomes located in the highly coveted Prairie Trail neighborhood. These new units offer premium finishes, ample natural light, and tons of space. Schedule a tour today! One-time, non-refundable Lease Admin fee: $125 Security Deposit: $800 Pet Friendly! 2 pets per unit. Maximum combined weight of 50lbs per unit. Pet Placement Fee of $275. Pet Rent: $50/month for one pet, an extra $25/month for second pet. For more information, please visit: https calibercompany com property-management rental four-grand-brownstones

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Amenities for Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny

Building

Cats OKDogs 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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units48
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About Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny

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3 bedroom, 2.5 bathrooms, 2-car garage attached, Prairie Trail in Ankeny. https www caliberiowa com cpm Caliber Property Management


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
More space
The 3-bedroom is 379 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Ankeny

3-bedroom apartments at Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Ankeny.

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Ankeny
A table of studio rental data trends in Ankeny
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,002
August 2024$963
September 2024$1,003
October 2024$950
November 2024$892
December 2024$950
January 2025$920
February 2025$910
March 2025$926
April 2025$1,787
May 2025$1,641
June 2025$1,064
July 2025$1,627
August 2025$1,746
September 2025$1,041
October 2025$1,449
November 2025$2,020
December 2025$2,510
January 2026$2,164
February 2026$1,044
March 2026$1,029
April 2026$970
May 2026$1,035
June 2026$1,045

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1048 Sw Des Moines St?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$87,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $87,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $2,175.
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Schools near Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny

Heritage Elementary School

301 sw prairie trail pky

ankeny, IA, 50023

K-5Public
A-

Terrace Learning Center

310 nw school st

ankeny, IA, 50023

PKPublic

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 1048 Sw Des Moines St

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1048 Sw Des Moines St, Ankeny

Groceries

2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
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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