
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cross Creek Neighborhood of Urbandale, IA from $600 (26 Rentals)
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4805 86th St, Unit 29
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Cross Creek, Urbandale, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cross Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Creek Studio Apartments | $850 | $625 | $1,521 |
| Cross Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $885 | $715 | $1,325 |
| Cross Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,035 | $750 | $2,144 |
| Cross Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $1,330 | $2,341 |
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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 The View On Hickman priced from $625. Urban Heights 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive | Studio Furnished | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio,1BA | $779 |
| Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED | 1 Bedroom- Call for Specials | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale | 1 BR Oak | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Element Urbandale | C1 | 2BR,2BA | $894 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cross Creek, IA
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cross Creek area is the $0.89 price per square foot 4805 86th St Model at 4805 86th St, Unit 29 in the in the Cross Creek neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Cross Creek apartment is the 2 Bdrm 1006 Model at Reserve at Glenstone starting at $1,260 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Kennybrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cross Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4805 86th St, Unit 29 | 4805 86th St | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Reserve at Glenstone | 2 Bdrm 1006 | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Crescent Chase | The Professional | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Bristol Ridge | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Lakeview | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Bexley Urbandale | bxl-B1r | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Element Urbandale | B2p | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale | 1 BR Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED | 1 Bedroom- Call for Specials | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Best Local Schools in Cross Creek, Urbandale, IA
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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 The View On Hickman listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cross Creek Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cross Creek Apartment is $799 at Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED.
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 $750 at Douglas Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cross Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cross Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Reserve at Glenstone and starts from $1,330.
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