Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clive, IA from $600 (137 Rentals)

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Westridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westridge Apartments

8330 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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Executive Heights
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Executive Heights

8355 Alice AveClive, IA 50325
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Capri Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capri Apartments

8465 Clark StClive, IA 50325
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West Winds Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Winds Apartments

8190 Harbach BlvdClive, IA 50325
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2170 NW 82nd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2170 NW 82nd St

2170 NW 82nd StClive, IA 50325
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Crest Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Crest Manor

1872 NW 82nd StClive, IA 50325
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The Flats Apartments
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$753 - $1,148
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The Flats Apartments

3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Westpointe Apartments
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$804 - $1,567
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Westpointe Apartments

2510 Canterbury RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Hamlet Apartments
$937 - $1,300
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Hamlet Apartments

2210 Ep True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Clive, IA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lillis LoftsGoldenray 30%2BR,1BA$665
Chad Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$700
The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive35 StudioStudio,1BA$705
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$725
Fairmeadows VillageStudioStudio,1BA$750
The Flats ApartmentsTawny1BR,1BA$753
Park West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775
Brick Towne at Prairie CrossingMicroStudio,1BA$775
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom - UNFURNISHED1BR,1BA$799
SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS1 BED 1 BATH1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Greenway SquareGreenway Square Townhomes - Apply Now3BR,3.5BA$0.85
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesBedford3BR,2.5BA$0.99
Normandy Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.60
Maplewood Townhouses3 bedroom 2 bath Townhomes3BR,2BA$1.03
11Fifty on OlsonThe Domain (D6)3BR,2BA$1.07
Element at Valley WestC4 Classic2BR,2BA$1.04
Windfield West3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.05
Regency Woods2 Bed | 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.03
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 BD Oak2BR,1BA$0.97
Lakeview2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard2BR,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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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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