Connect55+ Ankeny
Connect55+ Ankeny is an independent living community in Ankeny, IA, with private living and community services for residents who do not need daily care. One bedroom and two bedroom homes are available, including a two bedroom option for a couple or for someone who wants a companion. The shared spaces give residents places to spend time outside their homes. Connect55+ Ankeny may be a good fit for someone who can live independently and wants access to community spaces.
Independent living starts at $1,300 per month, giving families a baseline for monthly housing costs. Residents may keep pets. A salon, fitness center, courtyard, clubhouse, and movie theatre provide places for grooming, exercise, outdoor time, and indoor activities. The community has a car dependent Walk Score of 40, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for routine outings.
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2.3 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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| Suites of Ankeny | IL AL CCRC | Ankeny | 68
Facility
68
IA AVG
76
Rank
#76 / 163 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
IA AVG
44
Rank
#84 / 220 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 10
Facility
10
IA AVG
15
Rank
#69 / 130 |
48.5%
Facility
48.5%
IA AVG
63.1%
Rank
#100 / 153 | 5 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
5
Rank
#23 / 153 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
1
Rank
#102 / 153 |
| Mill Pond | IL AL MC NH SNF | Ankeny | 60
Facility
60
IA AVG
76
Rank
#93 / 163 | Yes |
16
Facility
16
IA AVG
44
Rank
#186 / 220 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 23
Facility
23
IA AVG
15
Rank
#32 / 130 |
98.3%
Facility
98.3%
IA AVG
63.1%
Rank
#6 / 153 | 18 | 5
Facility
5
IA AVG
5
Rank
#99 / 153 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
1
Rank
#102 / 153 |
| Edencrest at Kettlestone | IL AL MC | Waukee (Boone Township) | 40
Facility
40
IA AVG
76
Rank
#125 / 163 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
IA AVG
44
Rank
#209 / 220 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
IA AVG
15
Rank
#113 / 130 |
25.0%
Facility
25.0%
IA AVG
63.1%
Rank
#147 / 153 | 4 | 1
Facility
1
IA AVG
5
Rank
#23 / 153 | 0
Facility
0
IA AVG
1
Rank
#1 / 153 |
| Connect55+ Ankeny | IL | Ankeny | - | Yes |
40
Facility
40
IA AVG
44
Rank
#116 / 220 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
| Villas at Meadow Springs | IL | Ankeny | - | Yes |
56
Facility
56
IA AVG
44
Rank
#71 / 220 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
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Connect55+ Ankeny is located in Ankeny, Iowa.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Connect55+ Ankeny
Is Connect55+ Ankeny in a walkable area?
Connect55+ Ankeny has a walk score of 40. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Are pets allowed at Connect55+ Ankeny?
Yes, Connect55+ Ankeny allows residents to bring their pets.
How much does Connect55+ Ankeny cost per month?
Pricing at Connect55+ Ankeny starts at $1,300 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.
Are there photos of Connect55+ Ankeny?
Yes — there are 12 photos of Connect55+ Ankeny in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does Connect55+ Ankeny provide?
Connect55+ Ankeny offers Independent Living.
What is the address of Connect55+ Ankeny?
Connect55+ Ankeny is located at 1225 Sw 28Th St, Ankeny, IA 50023.
What is the phone number of Connect55+ Ankeny?
(515) 348-1914 will put you in contact with the team at Connect55+ Ankeny.




