
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Carter Lake, IA (46 Rentals)


3510 N 9th St

Lakeside Estates

Dizzy Mule

Total Monthly Price
The Brandeis

Skinner Macaroni Lofts

Featherstone Apartments

Brickline at The Mercantile

The Rochester Apartments
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The Bank

1116 S 9th St

1478 Wirt St

3708 N 19th St

2873 Kansas Ave

2436 Laurel Ave N

3524 N 45th Ave

4125 N 19th St

1634 Ave A
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4201 N 22nd St

4324 Seward St

2816 N 19th Ave

542 S 29th St

411 S 38th Ave

1919 Dahlman Rows Plz

815 Pierce St

MLK Square

Greenview Estates
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1108 S 10th St

J Lofts on the Market

2205 E Locust St

Bull Durham Building

Twentieth Place

3633 Avenue A

Northgate Apartments

Malcolm's Place

Spencer Apartments
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Hamilton Gardens

Clark Place Apartments

1120 Lofts

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Anathoth Townhomes

Greenview Apartments

Bull Durham Apartments

Securities Downtown

Bloc 12
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The Greenhouse
Carter Lake, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carter Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carter Lake Studio Apartments | $1,246 | $729 | $4,434 |
| Carter Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $575 | $3,327 |
| Carter Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $749 | $3,539 |
Carter Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,287 | $1,200 | $3,648 |
| Carter Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $861 | $649 | $1,646 |
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Carter Lake 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: May 16, 2026There are currently 3 available 3 Bedroom apartment units in Carter Lake, IA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,200 to $3,060. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Carter Lake with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crater Lake | 3 | $1,935 | $1,200 |
Largest Available Carter Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Carter Lake, IA is found at The Brandeis in the Old Market neighborhood and is 2,272 square feet priced from $2,449. Lakeside Estates in the Sherman neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,216 square feet and currently listed start at $1,399. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Carter Lake:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brandeis | AC.3B.2.5B | 2,272 Sq Ft | $2,449 |
| Lakeside Estates | 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section | 1,216 Sq Ft | $1,399 |
| Featherstone Apartments | Three Bedroom | One Bath | 1,053 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
Cheapest Available Carter Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 16, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Carter Lake, IA is the Three Bedroom | One Bath Model starting from $1,200 at Featherstone Apartments in the Old Market neighborhood. The second most affordable Carter Lake 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section Model at Lakeside Estates starting at $1,399 in the Sherman neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Carter Lake is currently $2,287. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Carter Lake:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Featherstone Apartments | Three Bedroom | One Bath | $1,200 |
| Lakeside Estates | 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section | $1,399 |
| The Brandeis | AC.3B.2B.G | $1,514 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Carter Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Carter Lake with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Carter Lake is at Featherstone Apartments listed at $1,200.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Carter Lake Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Carter Lake is $2,287.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Carter Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Carter Lake is a 2,272 square feet unit starting from $2,449 at The Brandeis.
What is the average size for Carter Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Carter Lake is currently 1,357 sq ft.
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