
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clive, IA from $600 (140 Rentals)
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The Vibe at 8035 Apartments

Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED

Stonegate Crossing

Westridge Apartments

Executive Heights

Capri Apartments

West Winds Apartments

2170 NW 82nd St

Crest Manor
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Plaza Manor

Woodland West

Park West Apartments

Chad Estates

Bristol Ridge

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The Flats Apartments

Robin Hill

Douglas Park Apartments

Colonial Village

Normandy Terrace Apartments
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Sherwood Glen

Olde English Village

SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS

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Westpointe Apartments

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Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing

5906 Hickman Rd

Regency Woods

Element Urbandale

Country Court Apartments - Waukee

Clover Hills
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Country Club Village Apartments

West Glen Apartments

Sun Prairie & Vista Court

Windfield West

Westwood Apartments

Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

Fairmeadows Village

Element at Valley West

Center Stage

1534 63rd St
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Prairie Grass at Waukee

The Commons at Greenway Park

Carriage Park

329 5th St

Kettlestone Peak Apartments

Woodland West NMC

Elm Village

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Hamlet Apartments

The Pitch

Hickman One
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Clive, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clive?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Clive Studio Apartments | $924 | $700 | $1,669 |
| Cheap Clive 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,093 | $663 | $2,628 |
| Cheap Clive 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $731 | $3,546 |
| Cheap Clive 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $1,070 | $2,735 |
| Cheap Clive 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $2,096 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Clive Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clive, IA is a Studio unit found at Urban Heights Apartments in the Windsor Heights neighborhood priced from $650. Park West Apartments in the Windsor Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $655. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clive apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Heights Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $655 |
| Chad Estates | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The McCoy @ 8035 | Up to $1200 Rent Credit! Call for Details! | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| Bristol Ridge | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $722 |
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Flats Apartments | Sandstone | 1BR,1BA | $729 |
| Robin Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $746 |
| Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Lillis Lofts | Stargazer II 30% | 3BR,2BA | $751 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clive, IA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clive 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 Clive apartment is the Berkeley Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes starting at $1,804 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clive 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 |
| Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes | Berkeley | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.96 |
| Normandy Terrace Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.60 |
| Maplewood Townhouses | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Colonial Village | Jamestown | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.77 |
| Regency Woods | 2 Bed + Sunroom | 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Lakeview | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale | 2 BD Oak | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Sherwood Glen | Loxley II | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clive Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clive?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clive is at Urban Heights Apartments listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clive Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clive Apartment is $700 at Chad Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clive Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clive is starting from $722 at Bristol Ridge.
What is the most affordable Clive Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clive Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lillis Lofts and starts from $751.
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