
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Polk City, IA (27 Rentals)


Saylorville Lakeside

407 Sandpiper Ct

Van Dorn Street Apartments

Lake Park

Brick Towne at Piper
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Destination 141

Brick Towne at Signature Village

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Mansions at Hemingway

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Roseann Lofts

The Summit at Heritage Apartments

Uptown Lofts

2003-2005 W 1st St

Timberland at Crestbruck

District Lofts Apartments
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Vintage Lofts - Ankeny

110-114 NW State St

1115 SW 11th St

1206 SW Franklin Ct

Granger Lofts
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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 | $1,149 | $895 | $1,562 |
| Polk City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,306 | $800 | $2,261 |
| Polk City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $900 | $2,706 |
| Polk City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,951 | $1,400 | $3,059 |
| Polk City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,433 | $2,300 | $2,500 |
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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 Mansions at Hemingway in the Green Meadows West neighborhood and is 975 square feet priced from $1,305. The Summit at Heritage Apartments in the Kennybrook neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 975 square feet and currently listed start at $1,194. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Polk City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mansions at Hemingway | Ashley | 975 Sq Ft | $1,305 |
| The Summit at Heritage Apartments | A8 | 975 Sq Ft | $1,194 |
| Sterling of Prairie Trail | Burgundy | 924 Sq Ft | $1,315 |
| Savannah at Ankeny | A1.1 - Private Patio & 2-Car Garage | 914 Sq Ft | $1,443 |
| District Lofts Apartments | District Lofts 1 - 4th Floor Large Corner | 700 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| District Flats | District Flats 1st Floor - 1 Bed Patio | 687 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Brick Towne at Piper | 1x1 | 672 Sq Ft | $800 |
| Vintage Lofts - Ankeny | Vintage Lofts - 2nd Floor 1 Bed North | 667 Sq Ft | $1,075 |
| Roseann Lofts | Roseann 1st Floor 1 Bed Suite | 665 Sq Ft | $1,099 |
| Brick Towne at Signature Village | 1 Bedroom | 654 Sq Ft | $800 |
Cheapest Available Polk City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Polk City, IA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $800 at Brick Towne at Signature Village in the Georgetown neighborhood. The second most affordable Polk City 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Model at Brick Towne at Piper starting at $800 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Polk City is currently $1,306. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Polk City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Towne at Signature Village | 1 Bedroom | $800 |
| Brick Towne at Piper | 1x1 | $800 |
| Saylorville Lakeside | A1 - Cherry Glen | $999 |
| District Lofts Apartments | District Lofts 1 - 1st Floor Interior Unit | $1,025 |
| Vintage Lofts - Ankeny | Vintage Lofts - 2nd Floor 1 Bed North | $1,075 |
| Destination 141 | Apartment- 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $1,095 |
| Roseann Lofts | Roseann 1st Floor 1 Bed Suite | $1,099 |
| The Summit at Heritage Apartments | A6 | $1,114 |
| District Flats | District Flats 2nd/3rd Floor - 1 Bed (B) | $1,200 |
| Mansions at Hemingway | Ashley | $1,305 |
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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 Brick Towne at Signature Village listed at $800.
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 $1,306.
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 975 square feet unit starting from $1,305 at Mansions at Hemingway.
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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