1550 NW 81st St
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Urbandale, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Urbandale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urbandale 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,515 | $1,195 | $2,400 |
| Urbandale 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,015 | $1,495 | $2,850 |
| Urbandale 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,255 | $1,795 | $2,700 |
| Urbandale 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,575 | $3,150 | $4,000 |
| Urbandale 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Available Urbandale Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Urbandale, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I in the Green Meadows West neighborhood priced from $548. The View on Douglas in the Merle Hay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Urbandale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $548 |
| The View on Douglas | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The View On Hickman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive | Receive One Month Free Rent & Enjoy Real Deal ... | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Urbandale, IA and Nearby
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Urbandale area is the $1.03 price per square foot Bedford Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $1,935. The second greatest value Urbandale apartment is the B1 - Montego Bay Model at Sunrise Meadows starting at $994 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Glynn Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Urbandale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes | Bedford | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| Sunrise Meadows | B1 - Montego Bay | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Westchester Square | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Crescent Chase | The Master Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Lakeview | 2 Bedroom 1.5 bath Balcony | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale | 2 BD Oak | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Element Urbandale | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Windfield West | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Crest Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
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There are currently 280 Apartments for Rent in Urbandale, IA with pricing that ranges from $648 to $4,080. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Urbandale ranging from $1,195 to $5,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Urbandale ranges from $1,195 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,972.
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