Cheap New Apartments for Rent in Urbandale, IA from $500 (25 Rentals)

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Lillis Lofts
Built in 20212 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lillis Lofts

6313 Douglas AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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The View On Hickman
Built in 2025Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The View On Hickman

7625 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322
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Brick Towne at Johnston
$800 - $1,100
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Built in 20181 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Brick Towne at Johnston

6450 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Cadence
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$1,252 - $2,162
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Cadence

6300 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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The View on Douglas
Built in 2025Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The View on Douglas

5626 Douglas AveDes Moines, IA 50310
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59th Avenue Senior Lofts
Built in 20231 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

59th Avenue Senior Lofts

4720 NW 59th AveJohnston, IA 50131
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Urbandale, IA Local Guide

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Urbandale Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Urbandale?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Urbandale is at The View on Douglas listed at $675.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Urbandale Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Urbandale Apartment is $548 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Urbandale Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Urbandale is starting from $648 at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I.

What is the most affordable Urbandale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Urbandale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windfield West and starts from $1,150.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

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I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.