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On With Life
Scout 100Ankeny, IA · 28 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Ankeny's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,860–$11,100/mo
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All 4 licensed senior living communities in Ankeny — evaluated with real federal inspection data, staffing records, and transparent pricing, then ranked by our objective Scout Score. A local advisor who knows the Des Moines area can help you compare and tour, free.
Typical assisted living cost near Ankeny
$4,340–$6,780/mo
median $5,420/mo (Des Moines-area estimate)
Communities in Ankeny
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Ankeny senior living communities, ranked
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Mill-Pond
Scout 93Ankeny, IA · 60 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Very limited availability
One of Ankeny's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,860–$11,100/mo
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The Bridges at Ankeny
Scout 67Ankeny, IA · 100 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Ankeny.
Est. $8,860–$11,100/mo
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Sunny View Care Center
Scout 41Ankeny, IA · 94 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $8,860–$11,100/mo
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Ankeny is part of the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area (53 evaluated communities).
Senior living in Ankeny: common questions
How much does senior living cost in Ankeny, IA?
Senior living in Ankeny typically costs $4,340–$6,780 per month, with a median of about $5,420 — estimates for the surrounding Des Moines, IA area, built from published survey medians adjusted for local prices. Exact rates vary by community and care needs.
What are the best senior living communities in Ankeny?
Ranked by objective federal data (star ratings, staffing, inspections), the top-rated senior living communities in Ankeny right now are On With Life, Mill-Pond, The Bridges at Ankeny. All 4 Ankeny communities are ranked on this page with inspection records and pricing.
What if nothing in Ankeny fits?
Ankeny is part of the Des Moines, IA area, where Haven evaluates 53 communities across 21 cities. Nearby options are often minutes away — a free Haven advisor who knows the Des Moines market can build a shortlist that matches your budget, care needs, and preferred neighborhoods.