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Lucas, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lucas Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lucas, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood priced from $600. Northern Plains by Kading has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lucas apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Foxwood ApartmentsB22BR,1BA$600
Northern Plains by KadingCottage - 22BR,1BA$695
Next Level Apartments - Deer RunB12BR,1BA$701
The Oaks1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$719
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lucas, IA and Nearby

As of September 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lucas area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Carman Estates in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,270. The second greatest value Lucas apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Vineyards starting at $1,270 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lucas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carman Estates3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
The Vineyards3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.95
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
Willow Bend2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.01
Northern Plains by KadingCottage - 22BR,1BA$0.83
Sunset Apartments2bd, 1ba2BR,1BA$0.96
Next Level Apartments - Deer RunB12BR,1BA$0.88
SunburstTwo Bedroom-One Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Foxwood ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.04

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Getting Around Lucas, IA

Walk Score®

2 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

12 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lucas Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lucas Apartment is $653 at Foxwood Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lucas is starting from $600 at Foxwood Apartments.

What is the most affordable Lucas Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lucas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northern Plains by Kading and starts from $825.

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