
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clive, IA from $600 (137 Rentals)
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Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED

The Vibe at 8035 Apartments

9533 University Ave, Unit 01

Stonegate Crossing

Westridge Apartments

Executive Heights

Capri Apartments

West Winds Apartments

2170 NW 82nd St
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Crest Manor

9523 University Ave

9533 University Ave

Woodland West

Plaza Manor

Chad Estates

Sherwood Glen

Fairmeadows Village

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The Flats Apartments

Robin Hill
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Normandy Terrace Apartments

Park West Apartments

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Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing

SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS

Element at Valley West

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Westpointe Apartments

Olde English Village

Westwood

5906 Hickman Rd

Colonial Village
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Carriage Park

Regency Woods

Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

West Glen Apartments

Windfield West

Center Stage

Sun Prairie & Vista Court

Elm Village

Cambridge Court

Clover Hills
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Bristol Ridge

The Commons at Greenway Park

329 5th St

Washington Manor

Prairie Grass at Waukee

Douglas Park Apartments

Kettlestone Peak Apartments

Woodland West NMC

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Hamlet Apartments

The Pitch
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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 | $910 | $705 | $1,709 |
| Cheap Clive 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,116 | $662 | $2,628 |
| Cheap Clive 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $675 | $3,273 |
| Cheap Clive 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,649 | $1,070 | $2,735 |
| Cheap Clive 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,055 | $1,996 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Clive Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clive, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Lillis Lofts in the Merle Hay neighborhood priced from $665. Chad Estates in the Merle Hay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clive apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lillis Lofts | Goldenray 30% | 2BR,1BA | $665 |
| Chad Estates | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive | 35 Studio | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Fairmeadows Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| The Flats Apartments | Tawny | 1BR,1BA | $753 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing | Micro | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED | 1 Bedroom - UNFURNISHED | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clive, IA
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clive area is the $0.85 price per square foot Greenway Square Townhomes - Apply Now Model at Greenway Square in the in the The Pinnacle neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value Clive apartment is the Bedford Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes starting at $1,857 with a $0.99 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenway Square | Greenway Square Townhomes - Apply Now | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.85 |
| Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes | Bedford | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.99 |
| Normandy Terrace Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.60 |
| Maplewood Townhouses | 3 bedroom 2 bath Townhomes | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| 11Fifty on Olson | The Domain (D6) | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Element at Valley West | C4 Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Windfield West | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Regency Woods | 2 Bed | 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale | 2 BD Oak | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Lakeview | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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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 The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive listed at $705.
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 $665 at Lillis Lofts.
What is the most affordable Clive Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clive Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windfield West and starts from $1,150.
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