Elk Run Elkhart is a small but growing community between Ames and Des Moines, and in the Elk Run development. North Polk School District School bus route 2 miles from Polk City Exit #96 15 minute commute to Ames 5 minute commute to Ankeny Directions – I-35 North to Elkhart/Polk City exit (#96), Right on NE 126th Ave. Left into Elk Run development to home. Special financing offers available with preferred lenders: Prices starting in the low $200s 3 Bedroom & 4 Bedroom Homes Easy Commute to Des Moines and Ames Properties No properties for this community found.Open HousesThere aren't any open houses at this time. Elk Run Plat Map