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1010 N 16th St

625 Main St

2243 Franklin St

105 W Summit St

2912 Van Buren St
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310 S 11th St

913 Ave A

523 S 11th St

604 S Fillmore St

2608 S Wayne St

5703 S 14th St
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313 Pullen Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Carbon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,132 | $755 | $1,585 |
| Carbon 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,761 | $1,495 | $2,400 |
| Carbon 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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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 |
| Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carbon, IA and Nearby
As of May 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 | 3 Bedroom, Single-story Townhomes for rent in... | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Cherry Creek | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| University Point | VO2X1R | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Forest Cove | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Park Avenue Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Parkway Village Apartments | Two Bedroom (updated) | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Carbon?
There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in Carbon, IA with pricing that ranges from $540 to $1,850. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carbon ranging from $550 to $2,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carbon?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carbon ranges from $550 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,523.
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