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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • First-class amenities
  • Open floor plan
  • High-end finishes
  • Beautiful interiors
  • Friendly neighborhood feel
  • Unique details

Location

1904 Sw Cascade Falls Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Management

Hale Development

Leasing office

(515) 446-7311 ext. 2

Property Overview

Prairie Trails stands out for its first-class amenities, high-end finishes, beautiful interiors, open floor plan, and unique details, all supported by a friendly neighborhood feel. It also scores highly on value, location, and trustworthiness, with an overall expert rating of 8.5 out of 10, plus strong pros like 50 photos, competitive value per square foot, and nearby everyday conveniences.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Prairie Trails is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Prairie Trails has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Prairie Trail - 44 bed3 bath2,450 sqft$2,500 /mo1 unit availablePrairie Trail Townhomes at Prairie Trail are Ankeny’s most premier rental properties and provide luxury living at its best. First-class amenities, stylish comfort and a great location near schools and shopping centers make these the most sought out places to live in town. The ranch design boasts large family rooms, four spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms along with finished basements. Built with high-end finishes and numerous upgrades, each unit has an open floor plan that is complimented with beautiful interiors. Every exterior has its own stone detail, designer color, front porch design and spacious deck. Because of these unique details, each building has a distinct look from the next, establishing a street that has a friendly neighborhood feel.
Magazine/Merchant/Des Moines4 bed3 bath2,700 sqft$2,600 /mo1 unit availableMagazine Townhomes at Prairie Trail are Ankeny’s most premier rental properties and provide luxury living at its best. First-class amenities, stylish comfort and a great location near schools and shopping centers make these the most sought out places to live in town. The ranch design boasts large family rooms, four spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms along with finished basements. Built with high-end finishes and numerous upgrades, each unit has an open floor plan that is complimented with beautiful interiors. Every exterior has its own stone detail, designer color, front porch design and spacious deck. Because of these unique details, each building has a distinct look from the next, establishing a street that has a friendly neighborhood feel.

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Amenities for Prairie Trails

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningAmple Storage
Ceiling FanCentral Heat
Dining Room AreaDual Sinks in Master Bathroom
FireplaceHeating
Kitchen IslandPendant Lights
Quartz CountertopsWalk-in Closet
Walk-In Closet with ShelvingWindow Coverings

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryStainless Steel Appliances
Washer and Dryer

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Garage ParkingOutdoor Space
Storage

Services

Energy Star RatedPackage Service
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

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

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About Prairie Trails

HomeApartments in Ankeny Prairie Trails

Prairie Trail Townhomes at Prairie Trail are Ankeny’s most premier rental properties and provide luxury living at its best. First-class amenities, stylish comfort and a great location near schools and shopping centers make these the most sought out places to live in town. The ranch design boasts large family rooms, four spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms along with finished basements. Built with high-end finishes and numerous upgrades, each unit has an open floor plan that is complimented with beautiful interiors. Every exterior has its own stone detail, designer color, front porch design and spacious deck. Because of these unique details, each building has a distinct look from the next, establishing a street that has a friendly neighborhood feel.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Prairie Trails is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Prairie Trails has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Prairie Trails
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.
Prairie Trails 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·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.
Prairie Trails 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—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Prairie Trails 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 Prairie Trails 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.

Prairie Trails is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Prairie Trails compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 3-bedroom is 760 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Ankeny

4-bedroom apartments at Prairie Trails cost about 6% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Ankeny.

Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Ankeny
A table of studio rental data trends in Ankeny
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$920
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$1,044
July 2026$1,041
August 2026$1,039

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1904 Sw Cascade Falls Dr?

Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$102,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $102,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $2,550.
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Schools near Prairie Trails

Prairie Trail Elementary School

1850 sw college ave

ankeny, IA, 50023

K-5Public
A

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

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
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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 1904 Sw Cascade Falls Dr

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 1904 Sw Cascade Falls Dr, Ankeny

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

3/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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