Are 1-bedroom apartments in Ankeny pet-friendly?

Pet policies on 1-bedroom apartments vary by landlord and building — there's no blanket rule. Use Rentler's pet-friendly filter to narrow your search, then confirm breed, weight, and deposit requirements directly with the landlord before applying.

Can I find furnished 1-bedrooms in Ankeny, IA?

Furnished 1-bedrooms are available in Ankeny but represent a smaller share of total inventory compared to unfurnished units. Use Rentler's furnished filter to surface move-in-ready options. Furnished units are most common in newer construction buildings and in complexes that cater to corporate or short-term renters.

How much should I earn to rent a 1-bedroom in Ankeny?

Most landlords in Ankeny require gross monthly income of 2.5–3x the monthly rent. For a 1-bedroom at Ankeny's current average of $1,175/mo, that means demonstrating roughly 2.5–3x that amount in gross income. If you're below that threshold, a co-signer, larger security deposit, or prepaid rent may be accepted by some landlords — always worth asking.

1-Bedroom Rentals in Ankeny, IA

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$775

1 bed1 bath750 sqftApartment

2006 NW Hickory Ln 5, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$725

1 bed1 bath500 sqftApartment

230 NW College Ave, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$840

1 bed1 bath880 sqftApartment

2005 NW Hickory Ln 11, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$875

1 bed1 bath750 sqftApartment

2013 NW Hickory Lan 9, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$995

1 bed1 bath600 sqftCondo

6633 NW 6th Dr Unit 6, Des Moines, IA, 50313

$725

1 bed1 bath550 sqftHouse

110 NW College Unit 4, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$725

1 bed1 bath550 sqftHouse

114 NW College Unit 3, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$979

1 bed1 bath588 sqftHouse

2301 Southwest Oralabor Road Lot 48, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$725

1 bed1 bath550 sqftHouse

110 NW College Unit 6, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$725

1 bed1 bath550 sqftCondo

114 NW College Ave Unit 8, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$725

1 bed1 bath550 sqftCondo

110 NW College Ave Unit 8, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$800

1 bed1 bath548 sqftApartment

2003 W 1st St, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$760

1 bed1 bath548 sqftApartment

2003 W 1st St, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$750

1 bed1 bath475 sqftApartment

1514 NW 4th St, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$875

1 bed1 bath680 sqftApartment

1115 W 1st Street, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$750

1 bed1 bath475 sqftApartment

1514 NW 4th St, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$1,125

1 bed1 bathApartment

1380 SW District Drive, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$1,250

1 bed1 bath629 sqftApartment

1155 SW Prairie Trail Parkway, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$1,350

1 bed1 bath623 sqftApartment

1155 SW Prairie Trail Parkway, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$1,275

1 bed1 bath629 sqftApartment

1155 SW Prairie Trail Parkway, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$1,300

1 bed1 bath629 sqftApartment

1155 SW Prairie Trail Parkway, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$1,350

1 bed1 bath629 sqftApartment

1155 SW Prairie Trail Parkway, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$1,275

1 bed1 bath629 sqftApartment

1155 SW Prairie Trail Parkway, Ankeny, IA, 50023

$1,250

1 bed1 bath629 sqftApartment

1155 SW Prairie Trail Parkway, Ankeny, IA, 50023

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What to Know Before Renting a 1-Bedroom Apartment in Ankeny, IA

A 1-bedroom apartment in Ankeny hits the sweet spot for most solo renters and couples — enough space to have a real living room and a separated sleep area, without the cost of a 2-bedroom you don't fully use. For remote workers, a 1-bedroom is often the minimum viable setup: you can close a door between your workspace and your living space, which matters more than most people expect before they try working from a studio. When evaluating 1-bedrooms in Ankeny, pay attention to bedroom size (some 1-bedrooms are technically 1-bedrooms with a bedroom that fits a queen bed and nothing else), closet space, and whether the kitchen opens to the living room or is walled off. In-unit laundry, a parking spot, and a dedicated storage unit are the three amenities most renters wish they'd prioritized when they didn't have them. 1-bedrooms in Ankeny also tend to have the most competitive rental market of any unit type — more supply than studios, but more demand than 2-bedrooms, which means good 1-bedrooms in desirable Ankeny neighborhoods at fair prices move quickly.