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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. Watrous Apartments 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
Watrous ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$600
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$614

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlisle, IA and Nearby

As of June 17, 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
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.05
SomersetB22BR,1BA$1.05
Prairie Winds Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.18
Park Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
Watrous ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$0.92
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.10

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carlisle

What type of rentals are currently available in Carlisle?

There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Carlisle, IA with pricing that ranges from $545 to $2,746. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carlisle ranging from $865 to $3,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carlisle?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carlisle ranges from $865 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,888.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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