
Cheap Homes for Rent in Polk City, IA from $1,200 (10 Rentals)
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1115 SW 11th St

825 Parker Blvd

101 E Wood St

310 SE Jacob St

101 NW 8th St

1624 NW Prairie Lakes Dr

1607 NW 4th St

3120 SW Sharmin Ln

2517 NW Penny Ln
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Polk City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Polk City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Polk City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,451 | $1,295 | $1,750 |
Polk City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,103 | $1,395 | $2,430 |
Polk City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,582 | $2,095 | $2,995 |
Polk City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,495 | $2,495 | $2,495 |
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Cheapest Available Polk City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Polk City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ankeny Park Apartments in the Georgetown neighborhood priced from $700. Frontier Village in the Georgetown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Polk City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ankeny Park Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Frontier Village | 2BD LL | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
Starland 2002 Hickory LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Polk City, IA and Nearby
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Polk City area is the $1.05 price per square foot Cascade Falls - Two-Story Model at Prairie Trails in the in the Springwood neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Polk City apartment is the Diamond Hills Model at Diamond Hills starting at $1,900 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Springwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Polk City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Prairie Trails | Cascade Falls - Two-Story | 3BR,3BA | $1.05 |
Diamond Hills | Diamond Hills | 3BR,3BA | $0.95 |
Village at Rock Creek | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.18 |
The Ave at Johnston Commons | Echo | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Applewood Properties | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Timberland at Crestbruck | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Chapel Apartments | 2 BD Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Frontier Village | 2BD LL | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Starland 2002 Hickory LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Ankeny Park Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Polk City
What type of rentals are currently available in Polk City?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Polk City, IA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $2,861. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Polk City ranging from $900 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Polk City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Polk City ranges from $900 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,945.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Polk City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Polk City range from $1,400 to $2,740, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $2,430. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,300.
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