Discover
YOUR new HOME
COMMUNITY AMENITIES
- 24-Hour Fitness Center
- 24-Hour Secured Access
- After-Hours Emergency Maintenance
- Basketball Court
- Game Room
- Movie Theatre
- On-Site Maintenance
- On-Site Management
- Package Acceptance
- Sun Deck
A COMMUNITY WITH
UNMATCHED AMENITIES
At The Franklin, we've created a living experience that is second to none in Ankeny.
As a brand new Ankeny community, we had the opportunity to design a collection of modern, high-end amenities tailored to your lifestyle.
From fitness and fun to work and study, our features provide a level of convenience and excitement you won't find anywhere else.
Our community is your hub for recreation and wellness. We offer features that make your life easier.
Apartment Amenities
- 9' Ceilings
- Balconies/Patios*
- Central Air
- Full Stainless Steel Appliances
- In-Home Washer & Dryer
- Microwave
- Modern Kitchens
- Stone Countertops
* SELECT UNITS
Explore
The Neighborhood
LOCATION
The Franklin Apartments at 1210 SW 28th Street sit in the lively Prairie Trail / Campustown area of south Ankeny—one of the fastest growing suburbs in the country and now the largest suburb of Des Moines. Ankeny is a family suburb that boasts excellent schools and easy commutes to local and metro employment. Nestled just steps to the dynamic Prairie Trails District and the DMACC Ankeny Campus, The Franklin is ideally situated near top Ankeny amenities.
LET'S EAT
Within walking distance and a short drive from The Franklin, you’ll find a strong collection of shopping and dining options. A Starbucks as well as Chicken Coop, Curbin Cuisine and Flame Cantina are adjacent to The Franklin. Prairie Trail Shopping Center is just a few blocks away and includes a full-service Hy‑Vee (with Starbucks, deli, pharmacy, online grocery pickup). Nearby is “The District” — Ankeny’s entertainment hub — featuring popular restaurants and bars like TrailSide Tap, Boulder Tap House, Hawker's Kitchen, 30Hop and Magee’s Irish Pub. Just beyond that, along N. Ankeny Boulevard, you’ll find local favorites such as Main Street Café & Bakery—great for breakfast, lunch, or a weekend treat. The neighborhood also includes easy access to everyday essentials and conveniences—think pizza joints, BBQ (like Smokey D’s), Tropical Smoothie, and more—within just a couple-minute drive.
WHAT TO DO
Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate The Franklin’s proximity to the popular High Trestle Trail and other bike paths which continue to expand throughout Ankeny and the Des Moines metro. Walkability to nearby parks including the Ankeny Dog Park gives our residents easy access to the outdoors. Don’t forget Saylorville Lake, a short drive from The Franklin, including large parks and golf courses. Our residents also benefit from nearby shopping including numerous boutiques at The District, to big box retailers including Target, Costco, Home Depot and several others.
In short, living at The Franklin not only puts you within a vibrant, walkable core with strong dining, shopping and fitness options, but also in a secure, amenity-rich community making it a prime choice for professionals and families alike.
