Cheap Apartments for Rent in Grimes, IA from $600 (24 Rentals)

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Northway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Northway Apartments

205 NW 8th StGrimes, IA 50111
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612 NE 4th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

612 NE 4th St

612 NE 4th StGrimes, IA 50111
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Parkview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Apartments

403 W 1st StGrimes, IA 50111
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Latitude Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Latitude Lofts

551 SE Gateway DrGrimes, IA 50111
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Grimes Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grimes Park

155 SW Maplewood DrGrimes, IA 50111
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501 NE Jacob St
2 Bedroom Apartments

501 NE Jacob St

501 NE Jacob StGrimes, IA 50111
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Peppertree Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Peppertree Apartments

10821 Douglas AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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Cross Creek
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cross Creek

8714 Meredith DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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Grimes, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Grimes Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Grimes, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Douglas Park Apartments in the Cross Creek neighborhood priced from $750. Bristol Ridge in the Cross Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $797. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Grimes apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$750
Bristol RidgeB52BR,2BA$797
The Allure at 141StudioStudio,1BA$895
Destination 141Apartment - StudioStudio,1BA$895
Oak Crossing1x11BR,1BA$946

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grimes, IA

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Grimes area is the $1.28 price per square foot 4 BR 2 1/2 BA Model at 6956 Poppy Ct in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Grimes apartment is the Luxury Townhome: A Model at Diamond Ridge Estates starting at $2,020 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Kennybrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grimes apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6956 Poppy Ct4 BR 2 1/2 BA4BR,2.5BA$1.28
Diamond Ridge EstatesLuxury Townhome: A3BR,2.5BA$1.29
Reserve at Glenstone2 Bdrm 10062BR,2BA$1.18
Adam Ridge CondosAC.2B.2B.B/P2BR,2BA$1.20
Silver Oak Condos2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.20
Sterling Pointe ApartmentsTwo Bedroom SP2BR,2BA$1.31
Holcomb PlaceC1BR,1BA$1.30
Element UrbandaleC1p2BR,2BA$1.17
The Reserve at Destination PointeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.18
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94

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Getting Around Grimes, IA

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26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Grimes Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Grimes?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Grimes is at The Allure at 141 listed at $895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Grimes Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Grimes Apartment is $900 at Bristol Ridge.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Grimes Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Grimes is starting from $750 at Douglas Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable Grimes Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Grimes Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadowlark Place and starts from $1,024.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!