Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cross Creek Neighborhood of Urbandale, IA from $600 (25 Rentals)

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Peppertree Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Peppertree Apartments

10821 Douglas AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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Iowa Urban Rock
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Iowa Urban Rock

6820 Holcomb AveUrbandale, IA 50322
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SaddleBrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SaddleBrook Apartments

8301 Colby PkyUrbandale, IA 50322
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Cross Creek
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cross Creek

8714 Meredith DrUrbandale, IA 50322
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2170 NW 82nd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2170 NW 82nd St

2170 NW 82nd StClive, IA 50325
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Cross Creek, Urbandale, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cross Creek Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cross Creek area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Urban Heights priced from $649. The View On Hickman has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Cross Creek apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$649
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
Plaza ManorAzalea2BR,1BA$732
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$741
Sherwood GlenLoxley2BR,1BA$794

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cross Creek, IA

As of October 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cross Creek area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at White Oak Apartments in the in the Cross Creek neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Cross Creek apartment is the The Stargazer III 60% Model at Lillis Lofts starting at $1,482 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Merle Hay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cross Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
White Oak Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.25
Lillis LoftsThe Stargazer III 60%3BR,2BA$1.31
Reserve at Glenstone2 Bdrm 10062BR,2BA$1.19
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 BD Oak2BR,1BA$0.94
Element UrbandaleB3p2BR,1BA$1.22
Bexley Urbandalebxl-B2c2BR,1BA$1.12
Sherwood GlenLoxley2BR,1BA$0.95
The Lofts at NorthPark1X1 8141BR,1BA$1.23
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.09
Twin Oaks Residences1st Floor2BR,1BA$1.28

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Cross Creek, Urbandale, IA

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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Urbandale. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cross Creek Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cross Creek?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cross Creek is at Urban Heights listed at $649.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cross Creek Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cross Creek Apartment is $837 at Westpointe Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cross Creek is starting from $710 at Plaza Manor.

What is the most affordable Cross Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cross Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westpointe Apartments and starts from $1,245.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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