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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 Sutton Hill in the East Des Moines neighborhood priced from $652. Rosemont Place in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $660. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carlisle apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sutton HillB22BR,1BA$652
Rosemont PlaceB22BR,1BA$660
Watrous ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$686
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$695
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$700
The Oaks1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$719
Carlisle Park Apartments1BR Ground1BR,1BA$755
The Hampton MeadowsA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$760
The JeffersonJefferson 2bedroom2BR,1BA$765
The RidgesA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlisle, IA and Nearby

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carlisle area is the $1.12 price per square foot C1 - 50 - Income Restricted Model at Lyn Crossing in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Carlisle apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Southwest 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.
Lyn CrossingC1 - 50 - Income Restricted3BR,1.5BA$1.12
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
The Meadows2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.91
Park Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
The JeffersonJefferson 2bedroom2BR,1BA$0.90
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.07
BNL Investments2 bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.06
Sutton HillB12BR,1BA$1.03
Watrous ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.14
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.10

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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

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlisle Apartment is $695 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 $652 at Sutton Hill.

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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