
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Polk City, IA (25 Rentals)


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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 |
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Polk City Studio Apartments | $1,031 | $854 | $1,167 |
Polk City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,257 | $700 | $2,145 |
Polk City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $795 | $2,736 |
Polk City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $1,350 | $2,791 |
Polk City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $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 $1,275. The Summit at Heritage in the Kennybrook neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 898 square feet and currently listed start at $1,199. 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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Mansions at Hemingway | Ashley | 975 Sq Ft | $1,275 |
The Summit at Heritage | A6.2 | 898 Sq Ft | $1,199 |
Timberland at Crestbruck | One Bedroom B | 850 Sq Ft | $870 |
The Sterling at Prairie Trail - Phase 1 | Burgundy | 809 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
Woodland Reserve Apartments | 1A 796 sf | 796 Sq Ft | $1,223 |
Cheapest Available Polk City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 09, 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 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor Model at Trailside Apartments starting at $825 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Polk City is currently $1,257. 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 |
Trailside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor | $825 |
Timberland at Crestbruck | One Bedroom A | $852 |
Brick Towne at Signature Village | 1 Bedroom (New Building) | $975 |
Brick Towne at Piper | 1x1 | $1,000 |
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Getting Around Polk City, IA
Walk Score®
29 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $1,257.
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 $1,275 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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