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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 2 Beds unit found at Sutton Hill in the East Des Moines neighborhood priced from $652. Rosemont Place in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $660. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carlisle apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sutton HillB22BR,1BA$652
Rosemont PlaceB22BR,1BA$660
Watrous ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$686

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlisle, IA and Nearby

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carlisle area is the $1.12 price per square foot C1 - 50 - Income Restricted Model at Lyn Crossing in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $1,100. 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.
Lyn CrossingC1 - 50 - Income Restricted3BR,1.5BA$1.12
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
The Meadows2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.91
Park Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
The JeffersonJefferson 2bedroom2BR,1BA$0.90
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.07
BNL Investments2 bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.06
Sutton HillB12BR,1BA$1.03
Watrous ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.14
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 51 Apartments for Rent in Carlisle, IA with pricing that ranges from $652 to $1,712. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carlisle ranging from $595 to $2,900.

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 $595 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,581.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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