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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 Watrous Apartments in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood priced from $601. Park Forest in the East Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carlisle apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Watrous ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$601
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$695
The Oaks1BA/1BR1BR,1BA$719
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$722
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$740
The Hampton MeadowsB2 - Classic2BR,1BA$770
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$775
Ivy II (Kenwood II)Classic 2 bed/1.5 bath2BR,1BA$777
The RidgesB1 - Classic2BR,1BA$790
Scotchview Manor Apartments1 BR - 30% Gross Income1BR,1BA$794

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlisle, IA and Nearby

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carlisle area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Carlisle apartment is the Two Bed One Bath Model at The Cottages of Pleasant Hill starting at $1,050 with a $1.09 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
The Cottages of Pleasant HillTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.09
The Meadows2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.85
Peterson Place Apartments772 BUILDING2BR,1BA$0.99
The RidgesB1 - Deluxe2BR,1BA$1.06
The JeffersonFully Renovated with Balcony2BR,1BA$0.95
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.05
BNL Investments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
The Oaks1BA/1BR1BR,1BA$1.07
Watrous ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$0.92

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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 $601 at Watrous Apartments.

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 $683 at Watrous Apartments.

What is the most affordable Carlisle Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Carlisle Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Canterbury Park and starts from $1,140.

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