Cheap Apartments for Rent in Van Meter, IA from $300 (21 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Van Meter Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Van Meter, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Pointe on 88th priced from $682. Windfield West in the Glynn Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $830. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Van Meter apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Pointe on 88thThe Wild Rose - Market2BR,1BA$682
Windfield West1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$830
Adel Village Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Bricks at Waukee East ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$928
Brick Towne at Waukee Central1 Bedroom Internet & Cable Included1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Van Meter, IA and Nearby

As of September 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Van Meter area is the $1.13 price per square foot Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe in the starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Van Meter apartment is the Alton Model at Stratford Crossing Flats Townhomes starting at $1,975 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Glynn Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Van Meter apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Platinum PointePlatinum Pointe - 4 Bed4BR,3BA$1.13
Stratford Crossing Flats TownhomesAlton3BR,2.5BA$1.20
Redwood Waukee Hickman RoadHaydenwood Sunroom2BR,2BA$1.30
Village at The Grove TownhomesGrove 3 Bed Interior Unit3BR,2.5BA$1.24
Providence Lane Townhomes3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.17
Kettlestone Peak ApartmentsDenali3BR,2BA$1.34
Lift at Jordan CreekElevate2BR,2BA$1.09
Twin Eagles EastSign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free!3BR,1BA$1.14
Autumn Ridge Apartments - Casual SpacesThe Hub (C2)2BR,2BA$1.34
Windfield West1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28

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Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Van Meter Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Van Meter?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Van Meter is at Park 88 Apartments listed at $1,034.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Van Meter Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Van Meter Apartment is $830 at Windfield West.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Van Meter Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Van Meter is starting from $682 at The Pointe on 88th.

What is the most affordable Van Meter Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Van Meter Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windfield West and starts from $1,100.

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