
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Polk City, IA (30 Rentals)


355 Northern Trce Wy

Destination 141

The Ave at Johnston Commons

Mansions at Hemingway

Woodland Reserve Apartments

James Point Luxury Townhomes
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Prairie Lakes

Centennial Pointe West

Diamond Hills

The Pines

Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny
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6909 Daniel Defoe Dr

4612 NE Milligan Ln

3219 NW Cedarwood Dr

4006 NW Northwood Ln

2708 NW 19th Ln

4543 NE McDougal Ln

221 SW Scott St
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1404 NE Primrose Ln

223 NE 45th Ln

1204 SW Franklin Dr

1105 SW 11th St

1121 SW 11th St

2120 NW Sharmin Dr

2020 NW Sharmin Dr
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211 NE 62nd St

Village at Rock Creek
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 | $1,103 | $892 | $1,461 |
| Polk City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $700 | $2,338 |
| Polk City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $900 | $2,799 |
| Polk City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $1,419 | $2,975 |
| Polk City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,300 | $2,500 |
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Largest Available Polk City and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Polk City, IA is found at Centennial Pointe West in the Georgetown neighborhood and is 2,400 square feet priced from $2,400. Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny in the Hayes Acres neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,801 square feet and currently listed start at $2,200. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Polk City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centennial Pointe West | Centennial Pointe West | 2,400 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
| Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny | Four Grand Brownstones - End | 1,801 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| James Point Luxury Townhomes | A | 1,575 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Woodland Reserve Apartments | 3A 1494 sf | 1,494 Sq Ft | $1,638 |
| Mansions at Hemingway | Santiago | 1,400 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
| The Ave at Johnston Commons | Delta | 1,326 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
| Destination 141 | Townhome- 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom | 1,322 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
Cheapest Available Polk City and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 24, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Polk City, IA is the Echo Model starting from $1,495 at The Ave at Johnston Commons in the Green Meadows West neighborhood. The second most affordable Polk City 3 Bedroom is the Apartment- 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Destination 141 starting at $1,595 in the Kennybrook neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Polk City is currently $1,903. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Polk City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Ave at Johnston Commons | Echo | $1,495 |
| Destination 141 | Apartment- 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | $1,595 |
| Woodland Reserve Apartments | 3H 1320 sf | $1,637 |
| Mansions at Hemingway | Santiago | $1,795 |
| James Point Luxury Townhomes | A | $1,995 |
| Four Grand Brownstones - Ankeny | Four Grand Brownstones - End | $2,200 |
| Centennial Pointe West | Centennial Pointe West | $2,400 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Polk City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Polk City with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Polk City is at The Ave at Johnston Commons listed at $1,495.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Polk City Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Polk City is $1,903.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Polk City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Polk City is a 2,400 square feet unit starting from $2,400 at Centennial Pointe West.
What is the average size for Polk City 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Polk City is currently 1,724 sq ft.
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