
Cheap Homes for Rent in Carter Lake, IA from $800 (10 Rentals)
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Carter Lake, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Carter Lake?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carter Lake 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,687 | $925 | $3,200 |
Carter Lake 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,614 | $1,350 | $1,995 |
Carter Lake 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,123 | $1,545 | $2,850 |
Carter Lake 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,550 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Carter Lake, IA
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Carter Lake, IA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Carter Lake Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Crater Lake | $2,850 | $1,050 | 443 |
Cheapest Available Carter Lake Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carter Lake, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westbrook Tower in the Old Market neighborhood priced from $735. Maple Second in the Old Market 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 Carter Lake apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Westbrook Tower | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
Maple Second | One Bed/One Bath | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Hotel Flatiron | Ziegman-B2 | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carter Lake, IA and Nearby
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carter Lake area is the $1.56 price per square foot Vera Model at TipTop Apartments in the in the Old Market neighborhood starting from $2,075. The second greatest value Carter Lake apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Cornerstone Apartments starting at $1,475 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Old Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carter Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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TipTop Apartments | Vera | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
Cornerstone Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
L14 Flats | Gallery | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
The Riley - 1012 Douglas St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
Nichol Flats | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Skinner Macaroni Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Bloc 12 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Old Market Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
1115 Harney Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.25 |
Dahlman Flats | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Carter Lake
What type of rentals are currently available in Carter Lake?
There are currently 176 Apartments for Rent in Carter Lake, IA with pricing that ranges from $575 to $4,969. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carter Lake ranging from $825 to $3,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carter Lake?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carter Lake ranges from $825 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,869.
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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