Connect55+ Ankeny

    1225 SW. 28th St, Ankeny, IA 50023
    • Independent Living

    Spacious spotless apartment, welcoming community

    I live here and I'm very pleased. The staff and management are friendly, caring and professional, and the on-site activity director keeps a busy calendar (music bingo, Wii bowling, Pokeno, Jeopardy, wine & cheese, outings and group lunches). My two-bed, open-concept apartment is spacious, spotless and feels hotel-like with full-size appliances; grounds, common areas and dining are well kept. Great value and a welcoming, social community - I'd recommend it.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Reviews

    4.38·(16)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.2
    • Meals

      4.4
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      3.5

    Pros

    • Robust, varied activities program
    • On-site activity director
    • Frequent social outings and group lunches
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Clean, well-maintained common areas
    • Spacious apartment layouts
    • Full-sized kitchen appliances in units
    • On-site amenities (gym, craft room, movie theater, common room)
    • Friendly, helpful staff
    • Perceived good value / low rent
    • Visible, well-kept grounds and entrances
    • Pet-friendly social environment

    Cons

    • Inconsistent maintenance responsiveness
    • Unclear fee and lease-term communication
    • Pest-control gaps
    • Variable inclusivity of activities for new residents
    • Thin unit sound insulation
    • Management turnover and uneven leadership continuity

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviewers portray the community as socially active and clean, with a broad set of on-site amenities and apartment features that many residents find comfortable and good value. Common strengths include a varied activities program overseen by an on-site activities director, frequent social events and group meals, and well-kept common areas. Several reviewers specifically praised helpful, friendly staff and described apartments as spacious with full-size appliances and visible, tidy interiors.

    Care and staff: Feedback about staff is largely positive. Many residents and family members described staff as kind, considerate, and responsive; accounts emphasize staff who go beyond basic duties and create a welcoming atmosphere. However, there is variability around staff availability for scheduled appointments and around leadership stability: some reviewers noted timely repairs and strong management, while others raised concerns about maintenance access and management turnover. Prospective residents should verify current staffing levels and staff schedules during a tour.

    Dining and activities: The community offers restaurant-style dining and a wide range of activities — Music Bingo, Pokeno, Jeopardy, Bingo, Wii bowling, craft classes, wine-and-cheese/social events, and off-site outings were all cited. The activity calendar appears robust, but a few reviewers felt that certain activities were not consistently welcoming to newly arrived residents and that more day-trip options would be welcomed. Activity inclusiveness and transportation for outings may be worth confirming if social engagement is a priority.

    Facilities and cleanliness: Cleanliness and building upkeep are frequently noted as strengths: spotless common areas, well-kept grounds, and maintained entryways are described. Units commonly include full-sized appliances, in-room fridges/ovens/microwaves, and balconies. On-site amenities such as a gym, craft room, and movie theater add to the appeal. A practical concern cited is thin walls leading to noise transfer between units; prospective residents sensitive to noise should consider a visit during occupied hours.

    Management and operational patterns: Reviews reveal mixed experiences with management and operations. Positive accounts describe knowledgeable, proactive managers and timely repairs, while other comments point to management turnover, unclear communication about lease terms and fees, and inconsistent maintenance coverage. There is an allegation of aggressive lease enforcement in one account involving a monetary fine and a disputed amenity disclosure; while this appears to be an isolated but serious claim, it indicates the importance of reviewing lease language and fee policies carefully. Additionally, a few reviewers raised pest-control concerns and noted a lack of a dedicated pest service.

    Notable recommendations for prospective residents: The community offers a strong social program, clean facilities, and apartment features that many find to represent good value. Before deciding, visitors should (1) review the lease for amenity access and fee policies, (2) ask about current maintenance staffing and typical repair response times, (3) inquire about pest-control procedures, (4) observe activity sessions to assess how newcomers are integrated, and (5) check unit sound insulation in person. These checks will help align expectations with the mixed operational feedback seen across reviews.

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    Location

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    Connect55+ Ankeny is located at 1225 SW. 28th St, Ankeny, IA, 50023.

    About Connect55+ Ankeny

    Connect55+ Ankeny offers a community for adults aged 55 and over who want independent living with modern comforts, and this place includes spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments with options for private patios or balconies, views, and full kitchens that come with major appliances like dishwashers, washers, dryers, and refrigerators, making everyday life easy and comfortable, and apartments also have air conditioning, electric heating, carpet or laminate floors, and handrails and safety features in the bathrooms. The community is pet-friendly, and pets are welcome up to certain weight limits, and the grounds feature walking paths, outdoor patios with seating, barbeque areas, and even garages for residents who need them, while convenient resident parking is available. Residents can enjoy many shared spaces like a cozy library, a comfortable lounge and living room, a multipurpose community room with a kitchen, a movie theater, several activity rooms for crafts, computers, and billiards, and a game room for hobbies and fun gatherings, along with a fitness center with treadmills and weights, yoga and stretching opportunities, and organized fitness and wellness programs for staying active. The facility provides a full calendar of events with things like arts and crafts, educational and music programs, gardening projects, hobby and recreation activities, and entertainment venues so there's often something social or engaging to look forward to, and there's a community room and clubhouse for group activities and neighborly gatherings.

    Connect55+ Ankeny also offers on-site wellness professionals and support staff, and there's healthcare staffing and maintenance always ready to help, with 24-hour maintenance service and a property manager on site, so upkeep is handled without hassle, and the buildings stay safe with controlled access and sprinklers. All apartments and shared areas are handicap accessible with elevators, easy-entry doors, and safety supports, making them simple for anyone to get around, and residents get access to covered utilities like garbage, water, cable TV, high-speed internet, and hot water, which helps keep monthly bills predictable and stress low. For convenience, there's reliable transportation services, laundry facilities with disposal chutes, and package service, while shopping, dining, and entertainment are within walking distance, and the location allows for quick access to highways and local amenities for errands or family visits. Whether it's enjoying a book by the fireplace in the common area, entertaining friends in a private apartment, spending time with a pet, joining an exercise session, or tending the garden, residents find a mix of privacy and community, with all the main needs of maintenance-free senior living taken care of each day.

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