
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carbon, IA from $500 (45 Rentals)
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Historic Winterset High School Apartments 55+

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Tarkio Village Apartments

Fountain Apartments

Woodland Park - Adair

Forest Cove Apartments

Summit House Apartments

Nottingham Court Apartments

Country Club Estates
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Park Avenue Apartments

Fontainebleau Apartments

University Point

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Timber Creek Apartments

Bellevue Gardens Apartments

Woodland Park - Fontanelle

Timbercrest

Adel Village Apartments

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Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments
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Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing

Maple Second

606 S 7th St

600 S 7th St

610 S 7th St

Maryville Meadows

303 W Lowell Ave

1524 3rd Ave

Clarinda West Apartments
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City View Apartments

Woodland Park - Red Oak

1010 N 16th St

Regency Villa of Atlantic

Chateau Bellevue

128 N 6th St

2243 Franklin St

222 Park Ave

940 27th St
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The Bridges

Woodland Park - Griswold

702 N 6th St

702 N 6th

SUNDANCE ATLANTIC APARTMENTS

Britain Towne

913 Ave A

2912 Van Buren St

800 State Street
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Carbon, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carbon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Studio Apartments | $935 | $575 | $1,150 |
| Carbon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,023 | $540 | $1,375 |
| Carbon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $640 | $1,629 |
| Carbon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,233 | $800 | $2,055 |
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Cheapest Available Carbon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carbon, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkway Village Apartments priced from $540. Tarkio Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carbon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkway Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $540 |
| Tarkio Village Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Woodland Park - Adair | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| City View Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Park Avenue Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Forest Cove Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Bellevue Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $755 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carbon, IA and Nearby
As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carbon area is the $1.00 price per square foot Two Bed - Upcoming Availability Model at Burr Oaks Place in the starting from $1,246. The second greatest value Carbon apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Country Club Estates starting at $950 with a $0.93 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Carbon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burr Oaks Place | Two Bed - Upcoming Availability | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Country Club Estates | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Osceola Heights | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Cherry Creek | Glenwood-Hutton | 3BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Forest Cove Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Park Avenue Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Parkway Village Apartments | Two Bedroom (updated) | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Woodland Park - Adair | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carbon Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carbon?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carbon is at Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing listed at $871.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carbon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carbon Apartment is $540 at Parkway Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carbon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carbon is starting from $690 at Parkway Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Carbon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carbon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Country Club Estates and starts from $950.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.