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1680 Sw Ankeny Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
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Property Overview
Skyline Lofts is a highly rated property with an expert rating of 8.6, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. It offers competitive pricing, excellent amenities, and a prime location, all rated 9 out of 10. With 19 photos available, potential renters can easily visualize the space, and the property’s transparency boosts its trustworthiness rating to 8 out of 10, ensuring clarity about what to expect.
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
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Floor plans
| SL 1st Floor 2-Bed, 2-Bath | 2 bed | 2 bath | 988 sqft | $1,300 /mo | 1 unit available | 2-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom (First Floor). For more information, visit calibercompany. com property-management or call 515-333-4403. | |
| SL 2nd Floor 2-Bed, 2-Bath | 2 bed | 2 bath | 988 sqft | $1,315 /mo | 1 unit available | 2-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom (Second Floor). For more information, visit calibercompany. com property-management or call 515-333-4403. |
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Amenities for Skyline Lofts
Apartment Amenities
| Trash |
Appliances
| All Appliances Included |
Tech
| Internet |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Services
| Lawn Care | Snow Removal |
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
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 29 |
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About Skyline Lofts
2-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom (First Floor). For more information, visit calibercompany. com property-management or call 515-333-4403.
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Skyline Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Skyline Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A 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.
Skyline Lofts offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
Skyline Lofts goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including lawn care. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Skyline Lofts receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Skyline Lofts 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 Skyline Lofts 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 Skyline Lofts compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
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
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Skyline Lofts to be 10% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Ankeny.
Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
Ankeny
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $968 |
| October 2023 | $882 |
| November 2023 | $880 |
| December 2023 | $880 |
| January 2024 | $880 |
| February 2024 | $880 |
| March 2024 | $884 |
| April 2024 | $880 |
| May 2024 | $893 |
| June 2024 | $896 |
| 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 | $1,861 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1680 Sw Ankeny Rd?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$52,300/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,300 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,307.
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Schools near Skyline Lofts
Prairie Trail Elementary School
1850 sw college ave
ankeny, IA, 50023
K-5Public
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Internet available near Skyline Lofts
Getting around Ankeny near 1680 Sw Ankeny Rd
Walking
3/10
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.
Transit
1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1680 Sw Ankeny Rd, Ankeny
Groceries
3/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 20-to-30 minute walk.
Shopping
3/10
Few fashion stores are within walking distance.
Cafes
2/10
The closest café is within a 30-minute walk.
Restaurants
3/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.
Primary schools
3/10
The closest elementary school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.
High schools
3/10
The closest high school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.
Parks
5/10
Very few or no parks in the area.
Nightlife
2/10
The closest bar is within a 20-minute walk, and there are a few other bars within walking distance.
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