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SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS

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Windfield West

The Commons at Greenway Park

Prairie Grass at Waukee

Kettlestone Peak Apartments

Country Court Apartments - Waukee

The Pitch

West Light
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Alice Place Senior Living

Fireside at Waukee

Brick Towne at Kettlestone

PINEWOOD VILLAGE TOWNHOMES

Bricks at Waukee East Apartments

Prairie Village Commons Apartments and Townhomes

The Lofts at Kettlestone Central

Alice Patricia

The Winhall of Williams Pointe

Sunrise Meadows
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Brick Towne at Waukee Central 432 Southeast Laurel Street

Converge NW

Stratford Pointe

11Fifty on Olson

Launch Townhomes

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675 Ashworth Dr, Unit Five

Cove at Kettlestone Townhomes

450 Laurel St

Ashworth Apartments

Waukee Family Townhomes
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1320 SE Florence Dr

305 NE Kingwood

1760 SE LA Grant Pkwy

Boulder Pointe Townhomes/ Tallgrass Ranches

Attivo Trail ~ 55+ Active Senior Living

Fountain Terrace

Sun Prairie & Vista Court

Mansions at Jordan Creek

Prairie Grass at Jordan Creek

Lift at Jordan Creek
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360 at Jordan West

Maple Grove Villas

Park 88 Apartments

92West

Stonegate Crossing

The Cunningham

Timber Hills Airline

Silver Oak Condos

8601 Westown Pkwy, Unit 4301

Cascades at Jordan Creek
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Waukee, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waukee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Waukee Studio Apartments | $1,067 | $775 | $1,625 |
| Cheap Waukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $800 | $4,051 |
| Cheap Waukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,482 | $945 | $6,218 |
| Cheap Waukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,733 | $1,150 | $2,735 |
| Cheap Waukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,353 | $1,996 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Waukee Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waukee, IA is a Studio unit found at Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing in the Glynn Village neighborhood priced from $775. SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS in the Glynn Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waukee apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing | Micro | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Windfield West | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Sun Prairie & Vista Court | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Country Court Apartments - Waukee | 2BNCab | 2BR,1BA | $945 |
| Alice Place Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $976 |
| Lift at Jordan Creek | Amplify | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Brick Towne at Kettlestone | 1bd 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| PINEWOOD VILLAGE TOWNHOMES | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Bricks at Waukee East Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waukee, IA
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waukee area is the $0.98 price per square foot Timberline Model at Timberline Ridge in the in the Glynn Village neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Waukee apartment is the Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe Townhomes starting at $2,700 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Dallas County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waukee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberline Ridge | Timberline | 3BR,3BA | $0.98 |
| Platinum Pointe Townhomes | Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed | 4BR,3BA | $1.13 |
| Greenway Square | Greenway Square Townhomes - Apply Now | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.85 |
| Maplewood Townhouses | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Mansions at Jordan Creek | Jordan III | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Timber Hills Airline | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Maple Grove Villas | 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Sunrise Meadows | B1 - Montego Bay | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Lift at Jordan Creek | Amplify | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Country Court Apartments - Waukee | 2brtotalremodel | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waukee Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waukee?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waukee is at Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing listed at $775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waukee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waukee Apartment is $800 at SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waukee Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waukee is starting from $945 at Country Court Apartments - Waukee.
What is the most affordable Waukee Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waukee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sun Prairie & Vista Court and starts from $1,284.
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