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Waukee, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Waukee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Waukee, 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 Waukee apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Pointe on 88thThe Wild Rose - Market2BR,1BA$682
Sugar Creek Senior Apartment Community1x11BR,1BA$790
Alice Place Senior Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Brick Towne at Prairie CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$825
Country Court Apartments - Waukee2BNCab2BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waukee, IA

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waukee 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 Waukee apartment is the 3 bed 2 Bath Townhome - Renovated Model at Maple Grove Villas starting at $1,575 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the The Pinnacle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waukee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Platinum PointePlatinum Pointe - 3 Bed3BR,3BA$1.04
Maple Grove Villas3 bed 2 Bath Townhome - Renovated3BR,2BA$1.18
Maplewood Townhouses2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes2BR,2BA$1.01
Holcomb PlaceB2BR,2BA$1.19
Lift at Jordan CreekElevate2BR,2BA$1.09
Pinewood Village Townhomes3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,2BA$1.19
Sunrise MeadowsB1 - Montego Bay2BR,2BA$1.04
Windfield West2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Country Court Apartments - Waukee2brtotalremodel2BR,1BA$1.17
Alice Place Senior Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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Frequently Asked Questions about Waukee

What type of rentals are currently available in Waukee?

There are currently 110 Apartments for Rent in Waukee, IA with pricing that ranges from $574 to $4,117. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waukee ranging from $1,000 to $3,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waukee?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waukee ranges from $1,000 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,254.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Waukee?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Waukee range from $574 to $4,117, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,300.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.