Ankeny Homes with Daylight Basement

Ankeny Homes with Daylight Basement

Welcome to Ankeny, Iowa—a vibrant city nestled in the heart of Polk County, just a stone's throw away from the bustling capital of Des Moines. Known for its friendly community, excellent schools, and a plethora of recreational activities, Ankeny is the perfect place for families and individuals seeking a balance of suburban charm and urban convenience. With a population that has seen steady growth, Ankeny offers a dynamic blend of modern amenities and a welcoming atmosphere.

Among the many appealing features of Ankeny’s real estate market, homes with daylight basements stand out as a unique offering. These versatile spaces not only enhance the living area but also provide an abundance of natural light, making them perfect for a home office, gym, or entertainment area. Imagine hosting gatherings in a beautifully designed basement that seamlessly connects with the outdoor landscape, thanks to those large windows that bring the outdoors in.

Ankeny’s neighborhoods boast a variety of architectural styles, ensuring there’s something for everyone—from contemporary designs to classic charm. The city is also home to numerous parks, trails, and recreational facilities, making it easy to enjoy outdoor activities year-round. Whether you’re strolling through the picturesque streets or engaging in community events, Ankeny fosters a sense of belonging that is hard to find elsewhere.

If you’re considering a move to Ankeny, explore the possibilities of homes with daylight basements that not only meet your needs but also elevate your lifestyle. Discover your dream home in this thriving city today!

Newest Ankeny Homes with Daylight Basement

2786 NW 82nd Avenue, Ankeny
$799,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 751131 MLS
Stunning 4-Bedroom Home with Custom Upgrades and Incredible Amenities! Welcome home to this beautifully designed 4bd/4 bthhome offering the perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality! From the moment you step inside, you'll be captivated by the grand fireplace that serves as a stunning focal point of the warm and inviting living area. The spacious open floor plan flows seamlessly into a gorgeous kitchen featuring numerous custom upgrades, ample space for entertaining, and a convenient walk-in pantry with sink, microwave and beverage refrigerator. Two generous size bedrooms on the main, both w/ their own bathrooms. The owner suite is equipped w/ walk in closet and soaking tub. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed w/ comfort & convenience in mind. Basement has 2 more generous bedroom, kitchen equipped with stove, refrigerator, microwave & dishwasher. Huge family room with 85" TV included. Tons of storage. Impressive features don't stop inside! Enjoy the luxury of heated garage w/ drive through door & hot and cold water , underground dog fence for your four-legged friends, and a private patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. Covered deck w/ electric fireplace perfect for those quiet evenings. Need room for your hobbies, equipment, or recreational toys, the 24x30 detached outbuilding provides incredible additional storage space! Don't miss your opportunity to make home yours!

2786 NW 82nd Avenue, Ankeny
2813 NW Linwood Court, Ankeny
$112,500
751652 MLS
Tucked into NW Ankeny, this neighborhood strikes the sweet spot between everyday convenience and comfortable, modern living. With Centennial High School just next door and Rock Creek Elementary only two blocks away, mornings are simpler and weekends feel closer to home. The neighborhood invites you to slow down and enjoy the outdoors. Walking trails wind through the community, a fishing pond offers a peaceful escape, and a new city park creates space to gather, play, and unwind. When its time to head out, you're perfectly positioned. Quick access to I-35 makes commuting easy, while Prairie Trail, Hy-Vee, and Fareway are just minutes away for shopping, dining, and everyday errands. This is a neighborhood designed for connection, comfort, and a lifestyle that feels both effortless and intentional, right where you want to be in Ankeny. This lot is reserved exclusively for a build with Sage Homes. Come see what Sage Homes has to offer! All information obtained from seller and public record.

2813 NW Linwood Court, Ankeny
2204 NE 17th Street, Ankeny
$489,900
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 751350 MLS
Welcome to this beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom ranch in Ankeny’s Deer Creek neighborhood. A covered front porch and attractive landscaping create a welcoming first impression. Inside, 2,526 square feet of finished living space includes an open main level with newer tile flooring in the living room, a tray ceiling, and a gas fireplace flanked by windows. The spacious kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a center island with breakfast bar seating, and a pantry. The adjoining dining area offers access to the covered back deck. The primary suite features abundant windows, a tray ceiling, and a full bathroom with dual sinks, a whirlpool tub, a tile shower, and a walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a convenient mudroom and laundry area just off the garage complete the main level. The finished lower level provides even more room to gather with a spacious great room, daylight windows, and a bar with space for a refrigerator. A fourth bedroom, third full bathroom, and storage space add flexibility and function. Outside, enjoy the covered deck, nicely sized backyard, and three car heated attached garage. Conveniently located with easy access to I-35 and Costco.

2204 NE 17th Street, Ankeny
617 SE 10th Street, Ankeny
$315,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 751317 MLS
Welcome to this move in ready, fully updated and well maintained home located directly across from Southeast Elementary! Upon entry you'll notice ample light flooding into the front living space, as well as the dining area and updated kitchen (with a pantry!), all conveniently located on the main level. Just a few steps down you'll find a sprawling family room with daylight windows, as well as a 4th bedroom & full bath boasting a newly installed custom cement shower. There's even more space to enjoy upstairs, with 2 more bedrooms as well as a primary suite, with his and hers closet systems and a stunning attached bath. You'll love the fully tiled shower, granite counters & dual sinks! The same attention to detail and care can be seen outside, from the newly poured, massive patio to the elegant white vinyl fence, enclosing a spacious backyard. This home is in a prime location in an established Ankeny neighborhood, offering the character of a mature area with the peace of mind that comes from having many of the updates already completed - new roof (6 months old), new gutters and garage door (3 years old), recent siding repairs and paint, sidewalk, front stoop, shed, and refreshed landscaping. This is the perfect place for your home ownership dreams to begin!

617 SE 10th Street, Ankeny
2808 SW Pleasant Street, Ankeny
$450,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 751249 MLS
Welcome to 2808 SW Pleasant Street in Ankeny, a spacious ranch offering comfortable living, thoughtful features, and convenient access to everything the area has to offer. Located in the Ankeny Community School District, this home is near parks, trails, shopping, dining, and entertainment, with easy access to Greater Des Moines. Step inside to an inviting main living area featuring LVP flooring and a cozy gas fireplace. The dining area offers sliding door access to the deck, creating an easy connection to the outdoors. The kitchen and adjoining living spaces provide a functional layout for everyday living and entertaining. First-floor laundry with tile flooring adds convenience. The main level includes three bedrooms, highlighted by a primary suite with LVP flooring and a private bathroom featuring tile floors, a tile shower, and a linen closet. The additional full bathroom offers dual vanity sinks and tile flooring. The finished basement adds 957 square feet of living space, with daylight windows, a fourth bedroom, carpeting, and an additional bath. This flexible area offers room for recreation, hobbies, or a home office. Outside, enjoy the deck overlooking the yard, while the attached three-car garage provides plenty of room for vehicles and storage. With 2,675 total finished square feet, this home offers versatile living space in a convenient Ankeny location.

2808 SW Pleasant Street, Ankeny
5025 NE Briarwood Drive, Ankeny
$355,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 750665 MLS
Welcome to 5025 NE Briarwood Dr in Ankeny! This inviting home offers a wonderful combination of comfort, space, and outdoor enjoyment. Step inside to discover a spacious living area highlighted by a vaulted ceiling that creates an open, airy feel. The finished basement provides valuable additional bedrooms. Step outside to your own backyard retreat featuring an above-ground pool with a wraparound deck, offering the perfect setting for summer fun, relaxing evenings, and hosting family and friends. With versatile living space inside and an entertaining area outside, this home is ready to welcome you home!

5025 NE Briarwood Drive, Ankeny
1221 NW 3rd Street, Ankeny
$315,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 750517 MLS
This 5 bed (4 up /1 down has daylight windows), 3 bath two story house. The large living and dining rooms facilitate formal entertaining. Eat-in kitchen, which includes a dining area with a French door to a large deck, is adjacent to the family room featuring a brick wall. Perfect for family gatherings. Lower level has a family room, a bedroom, and a utility room with a washer and dryer. Roomy attached 2 car garage with additional parking space outside. Back yard boundary is paved trail that has a short walk north to Village Park and south to NW Elementary School. Cement basketball court, garden beds, mature trees, new peach tree and open space add to the charm of this well-placed home.

1221 NW 3rd Street, Ankeny
901 NW Campus Ridge Court, Ankeny
$524,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 750427 MLS
There is room to spread out in this spacious two-story, tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac in an established Ankeny neighborhood. Built in 1990, the classic center-hall floor plan offers something increasingly hard to find—defined spaces that still connect beautifully for everyday living. French doors off the entry open to a dedicated home office with built-in cabinetry. Across the hall, the living room flows into the formal dining room, while the back of the home opens up with a large kitchen and an impressive family room featuring a vaulted ceiling, dramatic arched window, fireplace and built-ins. Hardwood floors and rich woodwork add character throughout the main level. Upstairs, the generous primary suite features a tray ceiling, beautifully updated bath with dual vanities, tiled shower and soaking tub, plus a custom walk-in closet. Additional bedrooms and bath complete the second floor. The finished lower level adds even more flexible living space with multiple areas for recreation, hobbies, exercise or another office, plus a bath. Outside, enjoy a large deck overlooking the mature, tree-filled backyard. Three-car garage and a convenient Ankeny location near schools, parks and everyday amenities.

901 NW Campus Ridge Court, Ankeny
2205 NW Greenwood Street, Ankeny
$540,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 750260 MLS
Meticulously maintained Oakstone ranch on a pond lot in Ankeny. The main level is open and bright with engineered hardwood running through the living room, kitchen and dining area. A tray ceiling and painted brick gas fireplace with a rustic wood mantel and window seats on both sides anchor the living room, and the kitchen has a long quartz island with seating, white uppers over natural stained lowers, subway tile and a gas range. The dining area opens to a covered composite deck with a stained wood ceiling and string lights looking out over the water. The primary suite sits at the back with pond views, a tray ceiling, tiled walk in shower, double vanity and walk in closet, and two more bedrooms, a full bath and a mudroom with built in lockers finish out the main floor. Downstairs the finished lower level has a big family room with a linear fireplace, a full wet bar with fridge and floating shelves, a fourth bedroom and a third full bath. The backyard is where the owners really put in the work. They completely renovated it with a large paver patio at the bottom of the deck stairs, a fire pit area, room for the grill, a privacy screen wall and extensive landscaping with evergreens and grasses all the way around. Fully fenced with nothing but pond and open sky behind you. Three car garage. Move in ready and easy to show.

2205 NW Greenwood Street, Ankeny
4307 NE Michael Court, Ankeny
$395,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 750253 MLS
NE Ankeny gem awaits you! Quiet Cul-de-sac living with fenced yard and daylight basement, you'll find all the features you need and more! A large open living/dining/kitchen space with focal gas fireplace, 2 bedrooms and 2 baths on the main level. In the kitchen, there's ample counter space, raised bar and quality cabinetry with pantry cupboards. Located between the garage and kitchen is the spacious mud room with washer and dryer. The owner's suite is a dream, with oversized jetted tub, double vanity and lots of storage. The beautiful 4 season sun room and bi-level decks are amazing entertaining spaces, featuring built-in lighting on the deck railings. The fully finished basement features a wet bar with a mini fridge and glasses storage, 3rd bedroom and 3rd full bath and huge storage area. The 3 car garage is outfitted with a New Age slatwall storage system and cabinets making it a perfect man cave. Great condition and ready to move into, this home is in a perfect location for commuting.

4307 NE Michael Court, Ankeny
2716 NW Fairfield Drive, Ankeny
$504,990
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 750125 MLS
POND VIEWS!! Located in the desirable Trestle Ridge community, this stunning Jerry’s Homes Bentley plan offers over 2,100 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space and an incredible setting—backing to a pond with a daylight basement! Even better, you’re within walking distance of the NEW Trestle Ridge Park and High Trestle Trail. The main floor features tall ceilings, a versatile office or den with French doors, and a spacious great room with a cozy gas fireplace. The open kitchen and dining area includes a pantry and stainless steel appliances, while a half bath and drop zone add everyday convenience. Upstairs, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, a laundry room, and a private primary suite with double sinks, a walk-in shower, and a walk-in closet. The daylight lower level offers plenty of potential for future finished living space. Pond views, parks, trails, and a beautiful home—all in Trestle Ridge! Builder-backed home warranty included for added peace of mind.

2716 NW Fairfield Drive, Ankeny
420 NE Mission Court, Ankeny
$560,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 749450 MLS
Nestled in Ankeny’s highly desirable Briarwood community, this impeccably maintained 2-story home features fresh exterior paint (2021), 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a spacious 3-car garage with extra storage. From the moment you enter, thoughtful updates and modern finishes welcome you in. The main level showcases stylish new flooring, fresh interior paint throughout, and a beautifully remodeled kitchen featuring sleek countertops, an updated microwave (2019), and high-end kitchen appliances accompanied by an island beverage fridge (all brand new in 2024). Step through the dining area onto the premium composite deck (installed 2020)—an ideal layout for summer BBQs and relaxing outdoors. Upstairs, discover three generous bedrooms, each equipped with its own walk-in closet. The primary suite serves as a true retreat, featuring a large bathroom with a walk-in tile shower, deep soaker tub, and an impressive custom closet system. The lower level extends your living area with an impressive finished basement designed for relaxation and play, complete with a custom putting green and built-in surround sound. It also includes a 4th bedroom with an egress window and walk-in closet, a 3rd full bath, additional storage space, and a central vacuum system for everyday ease. Enjoy prime access to Briarwood golf, local parks, neighborhood amenities, and top-rated Northeast Elementary School. Schedule your private showing today to experience this turnkey home firsthand!

420 NE Mission Court, Ankeny
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