Cheap Apartments for Rent in Grimes, IA from $600 (24 Rentals)
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Brookside Apartments 317 SE Jacobs St

Reserve at Glenstone

The Summit at Heritage Apartments

Destination 141

Oak Crossing
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Grimes, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Grimes?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Grimes Studio Apartments | $1,030 | $895 | $1,448 |
Cheap Grimes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,239 | $744 | $2,122 |
Cheap Grimes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $751 | $2,453 |
Cheap Grimes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $1,101 | $2,749 |
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Cheapest Available Grimes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Grimes, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bristol Ridge in the Cross Creek neighborhood priced from $744. Douglas Park Apartments in the Cross Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Grimes apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bristol Ridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Reserve at Glenstone | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
501 NE Jacob St | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Destination 141 | Apartment - Studio | Studio,1BA | $931 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grimes, IA
As of July 28, 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 B Model at James Point Luxury Townhomes starting at $1,895 with a $1.18 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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6956 Poppy Ct | 4 BR 2 1/2 BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
James Point Luxury Townhomes | B | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.18 |
Holcomb Place | B | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Adam Ridge Condos | AC.2B.2B.B/P | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Sterling Pointe | Two Bedroom SP | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
Crescent Chase | The Master Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
Element Urbandale | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
501 NE Jacob St | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Bristol Ridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Getting Around Grimes, IA
Walk Score®
26 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 Reserve at Glenstone 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 $744 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 $751 at Bristol Ridge.
What is the most affordable Grimes Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Grimes Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Crossing and starts from $1,101.
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