Cheap Homes for Rent in Karen Acres Neighborhood of Urbandale, IA from $1,100 (2 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Karen Acres, IA

As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Karen Acres area is the $0.78 price per square foot Chesapeake Model at Colonial Village in the in the Golf & Country Club neighborhood starting from $1,087. The second greatest value Karen Acres apartment is the C4 Premium Model at Element at Valley West starting at $1,310 with a $1.11 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.
Colonial VillageChesapeake3BR,2BA$0.78
Element at Valley WestC4 Premium2BR,2BA$1.11
5000 Twana Dr, Unit 15000 Twana Dr2BR,1BA$1.05
Meadow Ridge2x2 3rd floor standard w/laundry2BR,2BA$1.01
Lakeview2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard2BR,1BA$1.01
Crossroad Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.09
Elm Village Apartments2 BDRM2BR,1BA$1.01
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94
The Village at WestchesterBedford2BR,1BA$1.06
Hickman Hill Apartments HEAT & WATER INCLUDED1 Bedroom- Call for Specials1BR,1BA$1.11

Frequently Asked Questions about Karen Acres

What type of rentals are currently available in Karen Acres?

There are currently 71 Apartments for Rent in Karen Acres, IA with pricing that ranges from $625 to $2,495. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Karen Acres ranging from $1,195 to $2,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Karen Acres?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Karen Acres ranges from $1,195 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,924.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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