
Cheap Homes for Rent in Carlisle, IA from $800 (17 Rentals)
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6904 Sweetwater Dr

4158 E Hull Ave

1858 E Park Ave

3607 SE 11th St

1309 E 36th Ct

1329 Fremont St

1925 King Ave

1863 E Creston Ave

308 Hartford Ave
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1540 Capitol Ave

2036 Capitol Ave

1229 McKinley Ave

1525 Des Moines St

1339 Park Ave

3103 Garfield Ave

4209 SW 9th St
Carlisle, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Carlisle?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carlisle 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,371 | $1,025 | $2,995 |
Carlisle 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,667 | $1,145 | $2,895 |
Carlisle 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,522 | $1,450 | $1,595 |
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Cheapest Available Carlisle Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carlisle, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Sutton Hill in the East Des Moines neighborhood priced from $583. Melbourne in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $627. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carlisle apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sutton Hill | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $583 |
Melbourne | A2 - 40 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $627 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Pioneer Estates | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
The Ridges | S1 - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $710 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlisle, IA and Nearby
As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carlisle area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 bath Model at Southbrook Green in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Carlisle apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carlisle apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Southbrook Green | 3 Bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
The Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Peterson Place Apartments | 772 BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
McKinley Apartments | 2BD/1.5BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
Somerset | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Sutton Hill | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Rosemont Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Carlisle
What type of rentals are currently available in Carlisle?
There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Carlisle, IA with pricing that ranges from $583 to $2,102. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carlisle ranging from $895 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carlisle?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carlisle ranges from $895 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,536.
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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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