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The Sterling at Prairie Trail


2333 SW Plaza Pkwy Ankeny, IA

Studio - 2 Bed
•
1 - 2 Bath

553 - 1,598 Sq. Ft.

Available Now
Deal

Move in by 12/31 and lock in a special 15-month lease to enjoy incredible savings on our 1-bedroom Burgundy floorplan!
Pay just $400 for your first month’s rent
Pay only $500 for your second month
Pay only $600 for your third month

Act fast, this limited-time offer won’t last!
Floor plans
Studio • 1 Bath
$1,130
553 ft2
3 Available
Managed By: The Lund Company
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$1,130
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08-103
$1,130
Available Dec 8th, 2025
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08-325
$1,130
Available Dec 22nd, 2025
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,130
570 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: The Lund Company
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$1,130
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,215 - $1,231
775 ft2
4 Available
Managed By: The Lund Company
WAIT1A1
$1,231
Available Now
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WAIT1B4
$1,215
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4-210
$1,231
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7-210
$1,231
Available Jan 4th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,395
861 ft2
3 Available
Managed By: The Lund Company
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$1,395
Available Now
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WAIT1C3
$1,395
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10-102
$1,395
Available Dec 13th, 2025
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,215
735 ft2
2 Available
Managed By: The Lund Company
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$1,215
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08-212
$1,215
Available Now
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,231
795 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: The Lund Company
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$1,231
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,300
682 ft2
2 Available
Managed By: The Lund Company
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$1,300
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2-104
$1,300
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,455
1098 ft2
3 Available
Managed By: The Lund Company
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$1,455
Available Now
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4-302
$1,455
Available Now
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4-202
$1,455
Available Feb 5th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,700
1158 ft2
4 Available
Managed By: The Lund Company
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$1,700
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WAIT2C2
$1,700
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11-104
$1,700
Available Dec 26th, 2025
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10-103
$1,700
Available Jan 7th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,414
1135 ft2
2 Available
Managed By: The Lund Company
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$Ask
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WAIT2F3
$1,414
Available Now
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,399 - $1,520
1068 ft2
2 Available
Managed By: The Lund Company
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$Ask
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WAIT2D3
$1,399+
Available Now
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,399 - $1,520
1064 ft2
2 Available
Managed By: The Lund Company
WAIT2A1
$1,399+
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7-211
$1,399
Available Jan 2nd, 2026
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The Sterling at Prairie Trail
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The Sterling at Prairie Trail
Location ratings
Walk Score®
48
Car-Dependent
Bike Score®
46
Somewhat Bikeable
Amenities
In-unit Laundry
On-site Laundry
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Refrigerator
Cable-ready
Near Grocery Store
On-site Maintenance
Professional On-site Management
Free Weights
Short Term Lease
Cable Ready
Clubhouse
Stainless Appliances
Package Receiving
Secured Entry
High / Vaulted Ceiling
High-speed Internet
Ceiling Fans
Freezer
Microwave
Range / Oven
Living Room
Balcony, Deck, Patio
Dishwasher
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Pet Friendly Community
Other:

2 Pets Per Apartment

Pet Fee: $350.00
Pet Rent: $35.00
Restrictions:

No aggressive breeds

Parking
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Lease & Fees
Lease Length: 12 months
Property details
Description

Welcome home. You’re going to love it here. The Sterling at Prairie Trail is a community unlike any other neighborhood in Ankeny, Iowa and is right down the road from the community’s vibrant new development known as The District at Prairie Trail. If you’ve never been to The District, it’s “hip urban vibe” meets “small town, Iowa nice.”
We’re different than other communities. We put our people first – our residents, our employees, and our commitment to be the best. At The Sterling, you’ll find everything is delivered with a personal touch because we want you to enjoy living here, all while feeling safe and a part of a big family. We offer quality amenities and regular activity options, so there is always an opportunity to try new things, get involved in the community, and meet new people.

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 312
Last Updated: Updated 12 hours ago
Contact Number: (833) 687-2595
Property manager information
The Lund Company
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Office Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
Mediacom Communications Corp. 1000.0 50.0
CenturyLink, Inc. 100.0 10.0
ViaSat, Inc. 100.0 3.0
CenturyLink, Inc. 40.0 5.0
JAB Wireless, Inc. 25.0 5.0
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for The Sterling at Prairie Trail by bedroom type below.
Studio
Suggested income:
$40,700
per year
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$47,200
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$56,300
per year
Rent report

The Sterling at Prairie Trail Rent vs. Ankeny Average

 The Sterling at Prairie Trail      Ankeny Average
Studio
$1,130
$2,202
$0
$750
$1,500
$2,250
$3,000
1BR
$1,312
$1,053
$0
$450
$900
$1,350
$1,800
2BR
$1,564
$1,348
$0
$550
$1,100
$1,650
$2,200

The Sterling at Prairie Trail is asking 49% less than the average studio apartment in Ankeny.

If you upsized to an average priced Ankeny 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 109% less per month.

The Sterling at Prairie Trail provides 70% less square footage than the average Ankeny studio apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
The Sterling at Prairie Trail
Studio $1,130 $2.00 $3,390
1BR $1,312 $1.60 $3,936
2BR $1,564 $1.30 $4,692
Ankeny Average
Studio $2,202 $1.20 $6,606
1BR $1,053 $1.50 $3,160
2BR $1,348 $1.30 $4,043
3BR $1,789 $1.20 $5,367
4BR $2,567 $1.50 $7,700

Availability in Ankeny

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 188 2BR units on the market in Ankeny. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
2% 31% 50% 15% 3%
Available Units in Ankeny
Studio 8
1BR 118
2BR 188
3BR 55
4BR 10
Location
Nearby Colleges

Des Moines Area Community College

Drake University

Des Moines Area Community College

Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Va Central Iowa Healthcare System 5.6 mi.
Broadlawns Medical Center 6.17 mi.
Mercy Franklin Center 7.12 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Ankeny Fire Department 2.16 mi.
Ankeny Fire Department 2.66 mi.
Camp Dodge Range Control 3.76 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 62 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 61 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 47 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 553 to 1,598 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are studio, 1 and 2 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $1,130 to $1,860. The Sterling at Prairie Trail has studio units available starting at $1,130, 1 bedroom units available starting at $1,215, and 2 bedroom units available starting at $1,399.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 2333 SW Plaza Pkwy in Ankeny, IA. It's 1.8 miles southwest from the center of Ankeny.
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