
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clive, IA from $500 (106 Rentals)
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The Vibe at 8035 Apartments

Stonegate Crossing

Westridge Apartments

Executive Heights

Capri Apartments

West Winds Apartments

2170 NW 82nd St

Urban Heights
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The View On Hickman

Lillis Lofts

Plaza Manor

1136 1/2 68th St, Unit 1136 12

Park West Apartments

The Flats Apartments

Sherwood Glen

Westpointe Apartments

Douglas Park Apartments

Normandy Terrace Apartments
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Robin Hill

Bristol Ridge

Clover Hills

Element at Valley West

Windsor Chateau Apartments

Center Stage

Westwood Apartments

Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing

Country Club Village Apartments
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Bexley Urbandale

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Colonial Village

Hamlet Apartments

Olde English Village

Woodland West

Sun Prairie & Vista Court

Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale

The Lofts at Kettlestone Central
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West Glen Apartments

Windfield West

Fairmeadows Village-55+ Independent Living Rental Community

Element Urbandale

Elm Village Apartments

The Pitch

Dakota Apartments

Sunrise Meadows

The Commons at Greenway Park
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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 | $856 | $599 | $1,493 |
| Cheap Clive 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,052 | $672 | $3,088 |
| Cheap Clive 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,224 | $661 | $2,295 |
| Cheap Clive 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $748 | $2,817 |
| Cheap Clive 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $2,395 | $2,395 |
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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 in the Windsor Heights neighborhood priced from $599. The View On Hickman in the Windsor Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clive apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| The Flats Apartments | Sandstone | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive | 35 Studio | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| Sherwood Glen | Kirklees | 1BR,1BA | $746 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| 1/2 OFF 1ST MONTHS RENT!!! APPLY TODAY CHAD ESTATES | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Robin Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $777 |
| The Vibe at 8035 Apartments | 35-2nd-Bal | Studio,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clive, IA
As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clive area is the $0.98 price per square foot Andover Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $1,837. The second greatest value Clive apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Normandy Terrace Apartments starting at $900 with a $0.60 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes | Andover | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.98 |
| Normandy Terrace Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.60 |
| Maplewood Townhouses | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Colonial Village | Jamestown | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.82 |
| Sunrise Meadows | B1 - Montego Bay | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Washington Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| West Glen Apartments | B1 Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.92 |
| Clover Hills | B1 Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.92 |
| Lakeview | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 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 listed at $599.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clive Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clive Apartment is $705 at The Flats Apartments.
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 $750 at Douglas Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Clive Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clive Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sun Prairie & Vista Court and starts from $1,113.
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