
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carter Lake, IA from $400 with Utilities Included (17 Rentals)
Apartments in Carter Lake where your utility payments are included in your rent.
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Carter Lake, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carter Lake?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carter Lake Studio Apartments | $1,523 | $685 | $5,190 |
Carter Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $575 | $3,515 |
Carter Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,920 | $700 | $3,565 |
Carter Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,239 | $1,050 | $4,507 |
Carter Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Getting Around Carter Lake, IA
Walk Score®
32 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carter Lake Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Carter Lake?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Carter Lake is under $985.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Carter Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Carter Lake is Westbrook Tower which is listed at $735, while the average apartment in Carter Lake costs $2,070.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Carter Lake?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 87 regular apartments in Carter Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Carter Lake?
Cheap apartments in Carter Lake have an average cost of $1,408 which is $662 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Carter Lake.
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.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.