
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carlisle, IA from $600 (52 Rentals)
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Scotchview Manor Apartments

Scotchview Manor Elderly Apartments

Pioneer Estates

Park Forest

The Ridges

Canterbury Park

The Hampton Meadows

Watrous Apartments

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Park Ridge Apartments
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Evergreen Terrace

Ivy II

Sutton Hill

Rosemont Place

Elmcrest

Riverwood

Lyn Crossing

The Oaks

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Woodside Park Apartments

Southbrook Green
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Somerset

The Jefferson

Peterson Place Apartments

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Melbourne

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The Cottages of Pleasant Hill

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Carman Estates
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Meadow Cove

The Vineyards

Southern Horizon by Kading

South View Apartments

2220 E Walnut St

McKinley Apartments

6920 SW 9th St

Southridge Senior Lofts

Flats on 5th

The Meadows
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Brookside Apartments

1220 E 37th Ct

1211 Lewis Ave

1713 Lyon St

604 Broad St

1321 Army Post Rd

30 E Kirkwood Ave

2000 Meadow Ct

1525 Des Moines St

2824 Des Moines St
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Carlisle, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carlisle?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlisle Studio Apartments | $735 | $735 | $735 |
| Carlisle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $819 | $699 | $1,200 |
| Carlisle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $976 | $750 | $1,550 |
| Carlisle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,140 | $2,665 |
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Cheapest Available Carlisle Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carlisle, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pioneer Estates in the East Des Moines neighborhood priced from $699. McKinley Apartments in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carlisle apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| McKinley Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Carlisle Park Apartments | 1BR Ground | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Hampton Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $758 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Elmcrest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlisle, IA and Nearby
As of May 09, 2026 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 Three Bedroom-Two Bath Model at Canterbury Park starting at $1,140 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Estey Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carlisle apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Meadows Homes | Plan B - two story | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Canterbury Park | Three Bedroom-Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Evergreen Terrace | 2BR/1BA-Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Peterson Place Apartments | 770 BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| McKinley Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
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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 $699 at Pioneer Estates.
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 $750 at Canterbury Park.
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 $995.
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