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Highlights
- On-site laundry
- Recently renovated
- Free off-street parking
- Pet friendly
- New flooring and paint
Location
1913 W 1st St, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Property Overview
1913 W 1st Street offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and features, with a 7.7 Zumper Expert Rating, an especially high location score, and a solid balance of price and amenities. It also stands out for on-site laundry, recent renovations, free off-street parking, pet-friendly policies, and refreshed flooring and paint, while ranking well for value for money compared with nearby properties.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Balcony
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 500+ sqft | $750–$850 /mo | 3 units available | Spacious and recently renovated 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in a convenient Ankeny location! The apartment features new flooring and fresh paint, giving the space a clean and updated feel. Features: * 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom * Recently renovated * New flooring and paint * Free off-street parking * Balcony * On-site laundry * Pet friendly * Convenient Ankeny location Contact us today to schedule a tour and make this updated apartment your new home! |
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Amenities for 1913 W 1st Street
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony | Recently Renovated |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Free Off Street Parking |
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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Building details
Property details
| Units | 24 |
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About 1913 W 1st Street
Spacious and recently renovated 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in a convenient Ankeny location! The apartment features new flooring and fresh paint, giving the space a clean and updated feel. Features: * 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom * Recently renovated * New flooring and paint * Free off-street parking * Balcony * On-site laundry * Pet friendly * Convenient Ankeny location Contact us today to schedule a tour and make this updated apartment your new home!
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.
7.7
/10
Very Good1913 W 1st Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
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, 1913 W 1st 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·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, 1913 W 1st Street 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.
1913 W 1st Street 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 1913 W 1st Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
1913 W 1st Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 1913 W 1st Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Balcony
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.1 miles away
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 2.8 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Ankeny
1-bedroom apartments at 1913 W 1st Street cost about 32% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ankeny.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Ankeny
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,044 |
| July 2026 | $1,041 |
| August 2026 | $1,221 |
| September 2026 | $1,278 |
| October 2026 | $1,080 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1913 W 1st St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$30,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $750.
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Schools near 1913 W 1st Street
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
Getting around Ankeny near 1913 W 1st St
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
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 1913 W 1st St, Ankeny
Groceries
6/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
6/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
4/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
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