Home building is on the rise in central Iowa and many homebuyers are searching for that perfect new space that fits their lifestyle. That’s why the open floor plan has become one of the most popular styles in new construction. Today’s families and friends like to move freely between casual entertainment spaces and dining areas so the guests can […]
“If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll end up someplace else.” ― Yogi Berra How long does it take to build a growing, thriving, planned community? Summer is a fun-filled time for events and celebrations. So, what better time than mid-July for a look back and forward as we celebrate the excitement of our growing Prairie […]
Today is the beginning of the award-winning Des Moines Art Festival ®. This is a much-anticipated weekend in the Central Iowa area. Visual arts, performing arts, interactive arts and even culinary arts will be on display to entertain and celebrate the impact that art and design have on our everyday lives. It’s fun and it’s […]
From the beautiful streetscapes to the individual character of the homes to the outdoor spaces, Prairie Trail has been purposefully designed. Here are just a few examples: This is a photo of Precedence Street. Notice the uniqueness of the home exteriors. In many of today’s suburbs, it’s much more common to see row after row of […]
At the 2013 Scholarship Recognition Dinner. From left: DMACC President, Rob Denson, Madeline Wignall, Issac Dahlman, Collin Urquhart, Hannah Johnson, Albaugh Inc. President, Dennis Albaugh, Jon Lindaman, Cheryl Cardin and Jenny Montange. Ankeny students were awarded Prairie Trail scholarships at a dinner held in their honor last week. For the fifth consecutive year, Prairie Trail has […]
It’s still raining in central Iowa. Usually by Memorial Day weekend, we are enjoying long days of sunshine, just right for families picnicking in the parks, bicyclists out in full force and kids spending long afternoons at the pool. Although Summer may be a bit delayed, the haphazard sunshine and rain of the Spring of […]
Green grass, bright blue skies, happy yellow daffodils and tulips in every color, usually these are the visions of May in Iowa. Today, however, the forecast is SNOW! Impossible to believe when the sun is shining brightly on freshly turned dirt of new construction at Prairie Trail. There are more than a dozen new home […]
The idea for developing Prairie Trail as a planned urban development began in 2005. Today, the Prairie Trail community in Ankeny, Iowa, is a dream becoming a reality as the residential community has grown and new businesses have located here. Part of a true planned urban development is the walkability factor. Walkability means that residents […]
Dreaming of a new home, close to schools, plenty of green space and wonderful neighbors? It’s not a dream, it’s Prairie Trail in Ankeny. If you’re thinking and dreaming about your next new home, make sure to drive through Prairie Trail in Ankeny. This planned urban development is nestled in the heart of the greater […]
It’s finally Spring and we have a lot to share at Prairie Trail in Ankeny. New homes are going up. New neighbors are moving in! Come and see how easy it is to build your new custom home. Prairie Trail in Ankeny Iowa, one of the areas fastest growing cities, is just bursting with good […]
