
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Karen Acres Neighborhood of Urbandale, IA from $500 (33 Rentals)
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Urban Heights

Plaza Manor

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Bristol Ridge

Douglas Park Apartments

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Westpointe Apartments

Sherwood Glen

Elm Village Apartments
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Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I

The View on Douglas

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1136 1/2 68th St, Unit 1136 12

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Chad Estates

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Karen Acres, Urbandale, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Karen Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karen Acres Studio Apartments | $773 | $625 | $1,544 |
| Karen Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,016 | $690 | $3,562 |
| Karen Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,041 | $750 | $2,091 |
| Karen Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,454 | $1,134 | $2,406 |
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Cheapest Available Karen Acres Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Karen Acres area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at The View On Hickman priced from $625. The View on Douglas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Karen Acres apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The View On Hickman | New Build Apartment Available for Immediate Mov... | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| The View on Douglas | Completely Renovated Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Washington | Studio,1BA | $753 |
| Crossroad Apartments | Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartment | Prime Location ... | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Franklin Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom COZY COTTAGE | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED | 1 Bedroom- Call for Specials | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Plaza Manor | Begonia | 2BR,1BA | $822 |
| Colonial Village | Richmond | 2BR,1BA | $822 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Karen Acres, IA
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Karen Acres area is the $0.77 price per square foot Richmond Model at Colonial Village in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $808. The second greatest value Karen Acres apartment is the 5000 Twana Dr Model at 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 starting at $1,050 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Merle Hay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Karen Acres apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Village | Richmond | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.77 |
| 5000 Twana Dr, Unit 1 | 5000 Twana Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Westchester Square | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Lakeview | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Crossroad Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Elm Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Douglas Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED | 1 Bedroom- Call for Specials | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 1136 1/2 68th St, Unit 1136 12 | 1136 1/2 68th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Karen Acres Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Karen Acres?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Karen Acres is under $822.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Karen Acres?
The cheapest apartment in Karen Acres is Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I which is listed at $548, while the average apartment in Karen Acres costs $1,345.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Karen Acres?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Karen Acres that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Karen Acres?
Cheap apartments in Karen Acres have an average cost of $111 which is $1,234 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Karen Acres.
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