
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Yale, IA from $600 (39 Rentals)
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SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS

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Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing

Country Court Apartments - Waukee

Windfield West

Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments

Prairie Grass at Waukee

The Commons at Greenway Park

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William Pointe by Kading
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Kettlestone Peak Apartments

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West Light

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Alice Place Senior Living

Fireside at Waukee

The Winhall of Williams Pointe

Bricks at Waukee East Apartments

Prairie Village Commons Apartments and Townhomes

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Anna's Grove by Kading
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Perrywood Apartments

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Twin Eagles East

11Fifty on Olson

Stratford Pointe

Alice Patricia

Brick Towne at Waukee Central 432 Southeast Laurel Street

Stonegate Crossing

Sunrise Meadows

Launch Townhomes
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Woodland Park - Adair

Valley Railroad Apartments

Adel Village Apartments

107 N 1st St

310 S 11th St

800 State Street

523 S 11th St

2709 1st Ave

306 W Reed St
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1320 SE Florence Dr

606 Main St

293 NE Basswood Dr
Yale, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Yale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yale Studio Apartments | $1,015 | $825 | $1,513 |
| Yale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,166 | $780 | $2,534 |
| Yale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $855 | $2,521 |
| Yale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,778 | $920 | $2,571 |
| Yale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $2,096 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Yale Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Yale, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Valley Railroad Apartments priced from $645. Granger Lofts in the Royal Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $780. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Yale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Railroad Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $645 |
| Granger Lofts | 1BR Upper | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing | Micro | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| Prairie Grass at Waukee | Indigo Vista | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| William Pointe by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $920 |
| Kettlestone Peak Apartments | Rainier | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| West Light | WL Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Country Court Apartments - Waukee | 2BNCabGCentr | 2BR,1BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Yale, IA and Nearby
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Yale 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 Yale apartment is the Solana Model at Stratford Crossing Flats Townhomes starting at $2,200 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Glynn Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Yale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberline Ridge | Timberline | 3BR,3BA | $0.98 |
| Stratford Crossing Flats Townhomes | Solana | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.05 |
| Cove at Kettlestone Townhomes | Cove at Kettlestone Townhomes 3-Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Windfield West | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Valley Railroad Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| Sunrise Meadows | B2 - Barbados | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| William Pointe by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Country Court Apartments - Waukee | 2BNCabGCentr | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Yale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Yale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Yale is at Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing listed at $825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Yale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Yale Apartment is $780 at Granger Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Yale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Yale is starting from $645 at Valley Railroad Apartments.
What is the most affordable Yale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Yale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Valley Railroad Apartments and starts from $795.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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