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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

Make your move into luxury and enjoy up to 1 month free for a limited time!
Floor plans
Studio • 1 Bath
$1,059 - $1,130
553 ft2
7 Available
08-113
$1,059+
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08-207
$1,059+
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08-225
$1,059+
Available May 23rd, 2026
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08-305
$1,059+
Available Jun 7th, 2026
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08-313
$1,059+
Available Jun 9th, 2026
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08-307
$1,059+
Available Jul 19th, 2026
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08-221
$1,059+
Available Jul 25th, 2026
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,059 - $1,130
575 ft2
1 Available
1-318
$1,059+
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,059 - $1,130
570 ft2
2 Available
6-206
$1,059+
Available Jul 18th, 2026
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4-208
$1,059+
Available Jul 28th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,231 - $1,374
775 ft2
6 Available
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$1,231
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$1,245
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$1,300+
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1-104
$1,300+
Available May 16th, 2026
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1-116
$1,245
Available Aug 17th, 2026
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6-304
$1,231
Available Sep 23rd, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$Ask
861 ft2
2 Available
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
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928 ft2
2 Available
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$Ask
817 ft2
1 Available
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,200
682 ft2
2 Available
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11-101
$1,200
Available Aug 7th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$Ask
1098 ft2
1 Available
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
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1158 ft2
2 Available
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
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1064 ft2
1 Available
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
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1049 ft2
1 Available
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
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1099 ft2
1 Available
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The Sterling at Prairie Trail
The Sterling at Prairie Trail
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
Disability Access
Refrigerator
Fireplace
Pool
Controlled Access
Large Closets
Fire Pit
Barbecue
Stainless Appliances
Clubhouse
Smoke-free Community
Stainless Steel Appliances
Carpet
Professional On-site Management
Quartz Countertops
Online Community Portal
24-hour Maintenance
Online Payments
High-speed Internet
Dishwasher
Balcony, Deck, Patio
Living Room
Range / Oven
Microwave
Freezer
Ceiling Fans
Cable-ready
Cable Ready
High / Vaulted Ceiling
Secured Entry
Package Receiving
Near Grocery Store
On-site Maintenance
Free Weights
Short Term Lease
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Pet Friendly Community
Cat:

2 Pets Per Apartment | Restrictions: No aggressive breeds One time

Cat Fee:

$350.0 One time due at Movein

Cat Rent:

$35.0 Monthly due at With rent

Dog:

2 Pets Per Apartment | Restrictions: No aggressive breeds One time

Dog Fee:

$350.0 One time due at Movein

Dog Rent:

$35.0 Monthly due at With rent

Parking
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Off-street 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 2 hours ago
Contact Number: (833) 687-2595
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
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
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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:
$38,100
per year
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$45,600
per year
Rent report

The Sterling at Prairie Trail Rent vs. Ankeny Average

 The Sterling at Prairie Trail      Ankeny Average
Studio
$1,059
$1,534
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
1BR
$1,268
$1,172
$0
$450
$900
$1,350
$1,800

The Sterling at Prairie Trail is asking 8% more than the average 1 bedroom apartment in Ankeny.

If you upsized to an average priced Ankeny 2 bedroom apartment, you would pay 19% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Ankeny studio apartment, you would pay 24% more per month.

The Sterling at Prairie Trail provides 19% more square footage than the average Ankeny 1 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
The Sterling at Prairie Trail
Studio $1,059 $1.90 $3,177
1BR $1,268 $1.60 $3,805
Ankeny Average
Studio $1,534 $1.30 $4,603
1BR $1,172 $1.70 $3,515
2BR $1,445 $1.40 $4,334
3BR $1,897 $1.20 $5,690
4BR $2,359 $1.30 $7,078

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 264 2BR units on the market in Ankeny. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
3% 38% 49% 9% 2%
Available Units in Ankeny
Studio 14
1BR 204
2BR 264
3BR 49
4BR 11
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 52 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 45 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 39 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?
The property manager did not submit a pet policy with this listing.
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 $1,059 to $1,374. The Sterling at Prairie Trail has studio units available starting at $1,059 and 1 bedroom units available starting at $1,200.
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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