
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Polk City, IA (38 Rentals)


Destination 141

The Ave at Johnston Commons

Mansions at Hemingway

Woodland Reserve Apartments

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Avondale Trace Condos

James Point Luxury Townhomes

The Summit at Heritage Apartments

The Cove at Prairie Trail
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Prairie Lakes

Centennial Pointe West

Cascade Falls Townhomes at Prairie Trail

Diamond Hills

The Pines

2522 NW 14th St

101 NW 8th St

6956 Jack London Dr

6933 Daniel Defoe Dr
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6875 Daniel Defoe Dr

4304 NE 14th St

6799 Mongoose Ct

2513 NW Penny Ln

4327 NE 14th St

2720 NW Casey Jones Ln

2921 NW 40th St

3219 NW Cedarwood Dr

14430 Springbrook Trl
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14426 Springbrook Trl

402 SE Orchid St

3111 NW Cedarwood Ln

1914 NW School St

1105 SW 11th St

1204 SW Franklin Dr

1121 SW 11th St

1705 NE Cortina Dr

2020 NW Sharmin Dr
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2104 NW Sharmin Dr

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 | $940 | $826 | $1,173 |
| Polk City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $780 | $1,990 |
| Polk City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $845 | $2,347 |
Polk City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,400 | $2,610 |
| Polk City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
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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 Prairie Trails in the Hayes Acres neighborhood and is 2,190 square feet priced from $2,300. Savannah at Ankeny in the Outer West Des Moines Urbandale neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,617 square feet and currently listed start at $2,370. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Polk City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Trails | Prairie Trail - 3 | 2,190 Sq Ft | $2,300 |
| Savannah at Ankeny | C1 - Private Patio & 2-Car Garage | 1,617 Sq Ft | $2,370 |
| James Point Luxury Townhomes | A | 1,575 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| The Cove at Prairie Trail | Cove PT - Lake View 3-Bed Interior Unit | 1,422 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
| Mansions at Hemingway | Santiago | 1,400 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
| Woodland Reserve Apartments | 3N 1391 sf | 1,391 Sq Ft | $1,520 |
| 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 March 21, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Polk City, IA is the Apartment- 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model starting from $1,450 at Destination 141 in the Kennybrook neighborhood. The second most affordable Polk City 3 Bedroom is the 3L 1342 sf Model at Woodland Reserve Apartments starting at $1,466 in the Georgetown neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Polk City is currently $1,795. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Polk City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Destination 141 | Apartment- 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | $1,450 |
| Woodland Reserve Apartments | 3L 1342 sf | $1,466 |
| The Ave at Johnston Commons | Echo | $1,495 |
| Mansions at Hemingway | Santiago | $1,795 |
| The Cove at Prairie Trail | Cove PT - Lake View 3-Bed End Unit | $1,825 |
| James Point Luxury Townhomes | A | $1,950 |
| Prairie Trails | Prairie Trail - 3 | $2,300 |
| Savannah at Ankeny | C1 - Private Patio & 2-Car Garage | $2,370 |
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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 Destination 141 listed at $1,450.
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 $1,795.
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 2,190 square feet unit starting from $2,300 at Prairie Trails.
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 1,644 sq ft.
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