
Apartments for Rent in Polk City, IA (88 Rentals)


Saylorville Lakeside

313 N Cherokee Dr

908 Lincoln Wy

924 Lincoln Wy

Brick Towne at Piper

Sterling of Prairie Trail

Destination 141

Brick Towne at Signature Village

Fieldstream Apartment Homes
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The Ave at Johnston Commons

Mansions at Hemingway

Redwood Ankeny

Woodland Reserve Apartments

Avondale Trace Condos

Roseann Lofts

Prairie Trails

The Summit at Heritage Apartments

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Aspen Ridge Townhomes
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Northpointe Townhomes

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Uptown Lofts

2003-2005 W 1st St

District Brownstone Townhomes

The Cove at Prairie Trail

Prairie Lakes

Centennial Pointe West

Prairie Trails

Diamond Hills
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Timberland at Crestbruck

Trestle Corner Townhomes

District Flats

State Street Lofts

Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny

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Vintage Lofts - Ankeny

Pine Meadows

110-114 NW State St

Applewood Properties

310 NW Chapel Dr
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2017 Vista View Dr

6834 Jack London Dr

6879 Daniel Defoe Dr

215 NW Arlan Dr

2079 NW Hickory Ln

1206 SW Franklin Dr

1115 SW 11th St

4006 NW Northwood Ln

2537 NW 17th St

1318 SW Lynn Dr
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Polk City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Polk City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polk City Studio Apartments | $1,081 | $895 | $1,381 |
| Polk City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $800 | $2,141 |
| Polk City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,497 | $900 | $2,787 |
| Polk City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,814 | $1,400 | $3,118 |
| Polk City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,433 | $2,300 | $2,500 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Polk City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,392 | $975 | $1,895 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,032 | $1,395 | $2,700 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,335 | $1,895 | $2,695 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Polk City
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Polk City, IA?
As of today, September 09, 2026, there are currently 88 available Polk City apartments priced from $800 to $3,118, with an average monthly rent of $1,442.
How much are Studio apartments in Polk City?
There are currently 7 Studio Apartments in Polk City with rent ranges from $895 to $1,381 with an average price of $1,081.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Polk City Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Polk City ranges from $800 to $2,141 with an average monthly rent of $1,250.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Polk City cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Polk City range from $900 to $2,787. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,497.
How expensive are Polk City Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 16 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Polk City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,400 to $3,118 - averaging $1,814 for the location.
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