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  • $209,900

    538 SW Southlawn Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023

    2beds
    918sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $209,900 Zestimate®
    $229/sqft
    $1,205 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $209,900

    $193,000 - $225,000

    $1,205/mo

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    What's special

    Refinished hardwood floorsUpdated lightingGreat natural lightThoughtful updates throughoutTiled kitchen and bathNeutral paint colorAdded attic insulation

    Cute, well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in Uptown Ankeny on a quiet street. Move-in date is available between mid-July and August 1 (current tenant is flexible). Enjoy great natural light and thoughtful updates throughout this well laid out house, including refinished hardwood floors, tiled kitchen and bath, updated lighting and neutral paint color. The spacious living room features a coat closet just inside the front door and hardwood floors that flow past the kitchen and down the hall by the full bath to the 2 bedrooms. The kitchen offers ample storage with floor-to-ceiling cabinets, plus new tile and a stylish backsplash. A sunroom off the kitchen makes a great dining area or bonus space, and provides access to the one-car attached garage and the fenced backyard complete with mature trees for shade and added privacy. The full basement includes a washer and dryer and provides extra storage space. Additional updates include added attic insulation and a new high-efficiency furnace and central A/C for year-round comfort. One dog included with the rental price (additional dog $50/month). Renters insurance that includes dog liability coverage is required if you have a dog. Location: Central Ankeny on a quiet street, with dining, entertainment and access to the High Trestle Trail just a few blocks away. Showings: By appointment beginning Monday, June 22. Message me to schedule or ask questions. Ryan (Owner & Manager) Monthly rent: $1,450 Security deposit: $1,200 Tenant pays: electric, gas, water, and garbage * Electric/gas: MidAmerican * Water: City of Ankeny * Trash: variety of services available (see Trash & Recycling under Residents on the City website) Tenant responsibilities: mowing, fall leaf raking, and snow removal for sidewalk and driveway * Lawn support: fertilizer and weed control lawn application provided, I can also help haul away leaves if needed. Free city leaf drop off available late October--mid November * Appliances included: gas stove, refrigerator, microwave, washer and dryer * No smoking please Lease requires good credit and a history of on-time payments. Background/credit check through Zillow must be completed before a lease is signed * Dog/renters insurance: required dog liability coverage if applicable

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

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    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 918 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Attached, Off Street
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Electricity not included in rent, Garbage not included in rent, Gas not included in rent, Heating system: Forced Air, Lawn, Utilities fee required, Water not included in rent
    Details
    • Parcel number: 18100577000000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Deposit fee: $1,200
    Location
    • Region: Ankeny

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $229/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $201,000
    • Annual tax amount: $3,198
    • Date on market: 6/19/2026
    • Date available: 07/27/2026
    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/26/2026Listing removed$1,450$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    6/19/2026Listed for rent$1,450+3.6%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    10/10/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    10/9/2023Listed for rent$1,400+12%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    1/20/2022Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    1/18/2022Listed for rent$1,250$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    7/17/2018Sold$137,000+9.6%$149/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #562746 Report a problem
    6/8/2018Pending sale$125,000$136/sqft
    Source: Moulton & Assoc., REALTORS #562746 Report a problem
    6/6/2018Listed for sale$125,000$136/sqft
    Source: Moulton & Assoc., REALTORS #562746 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,198 +2%$201,000 +9.4%
    2024$3,134 +0.5%$183,800
    2023$3,118 +1.1%$183,800 +22.2%
    2022$3,084 +0.6%$150,400
    2021$3,066 +1.3%$150,400 +6.7%
    2020$3,028 +15.6%$141,000
    2019$2,620 +0.5%$141,000 +10.1%
    2018$2,608 $128,100
    2017$2,608 +6.5%$128,100 +11.7%
    2016$2,448 $114,700
    2015$2,448 +5.2%$114,700 +4.5%
    2014$2,328 $109,800
    2013-- $109,800 -0.2%
    2012-- $110,000
    2011-- $110,000 -3.9%
    2010-- $114,500
    2009-- $114,500 +2%
    2008-- $112,200
    2007-- $112,200 +4.6%
    2006-- $107,300
    2005-- $107,300 +6.9%
    2003-- $100,400 +13.1%
    2002-- $88,760
    2001-- $88,760
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    Neighborhood: 50023

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