Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Karen Acres Neighborhood of Urbandale, IA from $500 (40 Rentals)

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SaddleBrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SaddleBrook Apartments

8301 Colby PkyUrbandale, IA 50322
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Lakeview
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeview

8700 Carole CirUrbandale, IA 50322
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Executive Heights
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Executive Heights

8355 Alice AveClive, IA 50325
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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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Hickman House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickman House

2221 63rd StDes Moines, IA 50322
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Twin Oaks Residences
2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Oaks Residences

6315-6319 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50322
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Karen Acres, Urbandale, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Karen Acres Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Karen Acres area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I priced from $548. Urban Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Karen Acres apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$548
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
The View on Douglas0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive$1000 Rent Credit at Move In. Enjoy Real Deal ...Studio,1BA$705
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$736
The Village at WestchesterHarrison II2BR,1BA$738
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$750
The Flats ApartmentsSandstone1BR,1BA$753
1/2 OFF 1ST MONTHS RENT!!! APPLY TODAY CHAD ESTATES1 bedroom1BR,1BA$765

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Karen Acres, IA

As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Karen Acres area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2107 52nd St Model at 2107 52nd St, Unit 2017 in the in the Merle Hay neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Karen Acres apartment is the 2x2 2nd flr w/laundry Model at Meadow Ridge starting at $1,029 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Golf & Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Karen Acres apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2107 52nd St, Unit 20172107 52nd St2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Meadow Ridge2x2 2nd flr w/laundry2BR,2BA$1.05
Lakeview2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard2BR,1BA$1.01
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 BD Oak2BR,1BA$1.01
Crest Manor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
Bristol RidgeB32BR,1BA$1.17
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94
The Village at WestchesterHarrison II2BR,1BA$0.93
Crossroad Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.11
Johnston Crossing Senior Apartments I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80

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Karen Acres, Urbandale, IA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Karen Acres Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Karen Acres?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Karen Acres is at Urban Heights listed at $599.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Karen Acres Apartment?

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

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

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

What is the most affordable Karen Acres Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Karen Acres Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Country Club Village Apartments and starts from $1,105.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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