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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 1 Bed unit found at Melbourne in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood priced from $545. Southern Knolls (Watrous) in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carlisle apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MelbourneA1 - 40 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$545
Southern Knolls (Watrous)A11BR,1BA$600
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$668
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$695
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$700
The Hampton MeadowsB1 - Classic2BR,1BA$750
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$775
Rosemont PlaceA11BR,1BA$785
The RidgesA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$785
Scotchview Manor Apartments1 BR - 30% Gross Income1BR,1BA$794

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlisle, IA and Nearby

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carlisle area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $950. 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.
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
McKinley Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$0.93
Peterson Place Apartments772 BUILDING2BR,1BA$0.99
SomersetB32BR,1BA$1.06
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.05
Rosemont PlaceA11BR,1BA$1.12
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
Southern Knolls (Watrous)A11BR,1BA$0.92
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.10

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Getting Around Carlisle, IA

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29 / 100

Car-Dependent

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Bike Score®

35 / 100

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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 $545 at Melbourne.

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 $639 at Melbourne.

What is the most affordable Carlisle Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Carlisle Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows and starts from $950.

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