
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carroll, IA from $400 (60 Rentals)
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610 E 18th St

526 E 18th St

520-26 E 18th St

604-10 E 18th St

502-506 N Court St

Highridge Court

Meadow Wood

1209 Maple St

Woodland Park - Manson
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College Creek Apartments

District 29

Woodland Park - Fontanelle

Granger Apartments

Woodland Apartments

West Field Apartments

Lewis Hotel Apartments

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Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing

Prairieview Manor

Country Court Apartments
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Fair View

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Linden Station Apartments

Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments

Windfield West

SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS

Prairie Grass at Waukee

The Commons at Greenway Park

Regency Villa of Harlan

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William Pointe by Kading

2nd Avenue Rowhomes
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Kate's Landing

Phillips Luxury Apartments

The Pitch

Fireside at Waukee

Prairie Place

Cedar Crossing 2

The Rolfe

1219 2nd St

Heartland Senior Housing

Woodland Park - Adair
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505 1/2 11th St

Briza

919 N 29th St

2902 Iowa St

Fonda Apartments

Woodland Park - Holstein

335 Elm St

334 Center St

Seneca Place

Regency Villa of Atlantic
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Carroll, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carroll?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carroll Studio Apartments | $893 | $765 | $1,513 |
| Carroll 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,117 | $550 | $2,534 |
| Carroll 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $750 | $2,521 |
| Carroll 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $535 | $2,495 |
| Carroll 4 Bedroom Apartments | $712 | $439 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Carroll Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carroll, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Rolfe priced from $495. 1209 Maple St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carroll apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rolfe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| 1209 Maple St | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Briza | Grand 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $647 |
| 2902 Iowa St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Woodland Park - Manson | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| College Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| District 29 | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| Woodland Park - Fontanelle | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Seneca Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Regency Villa of Atlantic | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carroll, IA and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carroll area is the $1.05 price per square foot Solana Model at Stratford Crossing Flats Townhomes in the in the Glynn Village neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Carroll apartment is the 4 Bedroom Model at 2902 Iowa St starting at $825 with a $0.75 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Carroll apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford Crossing Flats Townhomes | Solana | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.05 |
| 2902 Iowa St | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| Windfield West | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| The Madison | 3x3 Unfurnished | 3BR,3BA | $0.49 |
| Cedar Pointe | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| William Pointe by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Meadow Wood | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Fair View | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Rolfe | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carroll Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carroll?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carroll is at District 29 listed at $765.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carroll Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carroll Apartment is $495 at The Rolfe.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carroll Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carroll is starting from $595 at The Rolfe.
What is the most affordable Carroll Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carroll Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at William Pointe by Kading and starts from $920.
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