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408 Sandpiper CtPolk City, IA 50226
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2337 SW Plaza PkwyAnkeny, IA 50023
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1735 NW Fieldstream LnAnkeny, IA 50023
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6701 Hemingway StJohnston, IA 50131
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170 NE 41st StAnkeny, IA 50021
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Avondale Trace Condos
110 NE 46th LnAnkeny, IA 50021
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1704 NE Gateway CtGrimes, IA 50111
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1335 SW Merchant StAnkeny, IA 50023
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Ankeny Park Apartments
2003-2005 W 1st StAnkeny, IA 50023
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918 NE Crestmoor PlAnkeny, IA 50021
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1675 SW Magazine RdAnkeny, IA 50023
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Polk City, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Polk City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polk City Studio Apartments | $922 | $895 | $1,179 |
Polk City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,214 | $700 | $2,096 |
| Polk City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,446 | $845 | $2,493 |
| Polk City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,777 | $1,328 | $2,609 |
| Polk City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
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Largest Available Polk City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Polk City, IA is found at Avondale Trace Condos in the Georgetown neighborhood and is 995 square feet priced from $1,000. Mansions at Hemingway in the Green Meadows West neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 975 square feet and currently listed start at $1,275. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Polk City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| Avondale Trace Condos | AC.1B.1B.B/P | 995 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
| Mansions at Hemingway | Ashley | 975 Sq Ft | $1,275 |
| Savannah at Ankeny | A1.1 | 914 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
| The Summit at Heritage Apartments | A6.2 | 898 Sq Ft | $1,209 |
| Fieldstream Apartment Homes | One Bedroom End | 851 Sq Ft | $951 |
Cheapest Available Polk City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of November 12, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Polk City, IA is the 1B1B Model starting from $700 at Ankeny Park Apartments in the Georgetown neighborhood. The second most affordable Polk City 1 Bedroom is the 1BR Ground Model at Granger Lofts starting at $755 in the Royal Estates neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Polk City is currently $1,214. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Polk City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Ankeny Park Apartments | 1B1B | $700 |
| Granger Lofts | 1BR Ground | $755 |
| Timberland at Crestbruck | One Bedroom B | $792 |
| Starland 2002 Hickory LLC | One Bedroom, one bath unit. | $795 |
| Trailside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor | $825 |
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29 / 100
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34 / 100
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Polk City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Polk City with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Polk City is at Ankeny Park Apartments listed at $700.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Polk City Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Polk City is $1,214.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Polk City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Polk City is a 995 square feet unit starting from $1,000 at Avondale Trace Condos.
What is the average size for Polk City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Polk City is currently 940 sq ft.
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