Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lucas, IA from $500 (33 Rentals)

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Williams Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Williams Terrace

1603 N 9th StIndianola, IA 50125
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Southridge Senior Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts

695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Meadows
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

7500 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320

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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 1 Bed unit found at Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood priced from $601. Valley Acres Apartments in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lucas apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Foxwood ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$601
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$650
Next Level Apartments - Easton VillageA11BR,1BA$653
Williams Terrace2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$691
1833 Curtis Ave1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$700
The Oaks1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$700
East Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom2BR,1BA$750
The Hampton MeadowsA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$750
Dennis Park ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$754
The RidgesA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lucas, IA and Nearby

As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lucas area is the $1.00 price per square foot Cottage - 3 Model at Vesta Village by Kading in the starting from $1,235. The second greatest value Lucas apartment is the Elizabeth Model at Northern Plains by Kading starting at $985 with a $0.80 price per square foot . 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.
Vesta Village by KadingCottage - 33BR,2BA$1.00
Northern Plains by KadingElizabeth3BR,2BA$0.80
Sunset Terrace3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.00
Fort Des Moines2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.97
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
Willow Bend2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.98
Williams Terrace2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.84
Dennis Park ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$0.94
Deer Run ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$0.97
Foxwood ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$0.99

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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 $601 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 $636 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 $985.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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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

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