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1858 E Park Ave

1105 Elder Ln

3420 SW 8th St

1221 E 27th Ct
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3612 SE 11th St

906 SE Hackley Ave
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417 E Wall Ave

1212 West St

1404 E 25th St
Carlisle, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Carlisle?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carlisle 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,155 | $865 | $2,100 |
Carlisle 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,713 | $1,195 | $2,295 |
Carlisle 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,347 | $1,595 | $3,950 |
Carlisle 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Melbourne | A1 - 40 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $545 |
Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
McKinley Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
Peterson Place Apartments | 772 BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Somerset | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Park Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Watrous Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,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.
Expert Rental Resources
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