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Van Meter, IA Local Guide

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. Sugar Creek Senior Apartment Community in the Glynn Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $790. 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
Sugar Creek Senior Apartment Community1x11BR,1BA$790
Country Court Apartments - Waukee2BNCab2BR,1BA$850
Adel Village Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Brick Towne at Waukee Central1 Bedroom Internet & Cable Included1BR,1BA$875

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

As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Van Meter area is the $1.04 price per square foot Platinum Pointe - 3 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe in the starting from $2,500. 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 - 3 Bed3BR,3BA$1.04
Stratford Crossing Flats TownhomesAlton3BR,2.5BA$1.20
Village at The Grove TownhomesGrove 3 Bed End Unit3BR,2.5BA$1.24
Lift at Jordan CreekMagnify3BR,2BA$1.18
Cascades at Jordan CreekThe Riverside With Detached Garage2BR,2BA$1.16
The Commons at Greenway ParkTownhome Style 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom without Garage2BR,2BA$1.22
Twin Eagles EastSign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free!3BR,1BA$1.14
Windfield West2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Country Court Apartments - Waukee2brtotalremodel2BR,1BA$1.17
Sugar Creek Senior Apartment Community1x11BR,1BA$1.29

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Getting Around Van Meter, IA

Walk Score®

13 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

23 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Van Meter Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Van Meter Apartment is $790 at Sugar Creek Senior Apartment Community.

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 Autumn Ridge Apartments - Casual Spaces and starts from $1,150.

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