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Southridge Senior Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts

695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Meadows
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

7500 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320

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Carlisle, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Carlisle Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Carlisle, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Ivy II in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood priced from $685. Park Forest in the East Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carlisle apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ivy IIClassic 2 bed/1.5 bath2BR,1BA$685
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$705
Watrous ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$705
The Oaks1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$719
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$720
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$730
The Hampton MeadowsA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$750
The JeffersonJefferson 2bedroom2BR,1BA$765
The RidgesA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$775
Carlisle Park Apartments1BR Ground1BR,1BA$780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlisle, IA and Nearby

As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carlisle area is the $0.93 price per square foot Plan B - two story Model at Southern Meadows Homes in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Carlisle apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Vineyards starting at $1,270 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carlisle apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Southern Meadows HomesPlan B - two story3BR,2BA$0.93
The Vineyards3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
The Meadows3 Bedroom - TH3BR,2BA$1.04
Fort Des Moines2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.97
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
Canterbury ParkTwo Bedroom-Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.04
Evergreen Terrace2BR/1BA-Updated2BR,1BA$1.00
McKinley Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$0.89
The JeffersonJefferson 2bedroom2BR,1BA$0.90
Lyn CrossingB2 - 40 - Income Restricted2BR,1BA$1.04

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Getting Around Carlisle, IA

Walk Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carlisle Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carlisle?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carlisle is at Rising Ridge Apartments listed at $895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlisle Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlisle Apartment is $705 at Park Forest.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carlisle Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carlisle is starting from $685 at Ivy II.

What is the most affordable Carlisle Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Carlisle Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lyn Crossing and starts from $1,023.

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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!