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Highlights

  • Covered parking
  • Ample storage
  • Convenient amenities
  • Smoke-free environment
  • Detached garages
  • Scenic jogging and walking trails

Location

401 Sw Elm St, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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(844) 335-9834 ext. 9814

Property Overview

401 Southwest Elm Street earns a strong Zumper expert rating, with standout marks for amenities, location, and quality, plus solid value and trustworthiness. Its covered parking, detached garages, ample storage, smoke-free environment, convenient amenities, and scenic walking and jogging trails add appeal, while nearby top-rated schools are also within about a third of a mile.

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

9.3
Excellent
401 Southwest Elm Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

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

Floor plans

2/12 bed1 bath850 sqft$920 /mo

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Amenities for 401 Southwest Elm Street

Apartment Amenities

CarpetCeiling Fan
Central HeatDryer
Hard Surface Countertops Hardwood Floor
HeatingPantry
Private PatioWalk-in Closet
Window Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
RangeRefrigerator

Building

CarportControlled Access
Multi-use RoomOnsite Laundry
Smoke-free

Grounds

Assigned ParkingCourtyard
Garage ParkingOutdoor Space
PlaygroundStorage
Tennis Courts

Services

Availability 24 HoursNight Patrol
On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Package Service

Neighborhood

Walking Trail
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant.

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REQUIRED FEES

Admin Fee

One-time.

$20

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

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Building details

Property details

Units12

About 401 Southwest Elm Street

HomeApartments in Ankeny 401 Southwest Elm Street

**move in specials** Discover spacious multi-family living at 401 Southwest Elm Street, nestled in the vibrant heart of Ankeny, IA. Enjoy a host of convenient amenities such as package receiving, covered parking, ample storage, scenic jogging and walking trails, detached garages, and a smoke-free environment enhanced by night patrol for your peace of mind. This well-appointed community offers a secure, comfortable lifestyle with easy access to local conveniences. Embrace the perfect blend of comfort and safety—schedule your visit today to experience it firsthand!


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.
9.3
/10
Excellent
401 Southwest Elm Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 401 Southwest Elm Street
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 401 Southwest Elm Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A 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.
401 Southwest Elm Street stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
401 Southwest Elm Street offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
401 Southwest Elm Street has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at 401 Southwest Elm Street.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
401 Southwest Elm Street has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

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 401 Southwest Elm Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 miles away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Extra storage
In-unit features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Ankeny

2-bedroom apartments at 401 Southwest Elm Street cost about 36% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ankeny.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Ankeny
A table of studio rental data trends in Ankeny
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$893
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$1,044
July 2026$1,041
August 2026$1,221
September 2026$1,278
October 2026$1,089

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$36,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $920.
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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 Sw Elm St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 401 Sw Elm St, Ankeny

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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