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1 of 1
$1,200
1 unit available
1 bed • 2 bed
1 of 19
$900+
2 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Pet friendly, Garage, and Extra storage
1 of 1
$1,290
3 units available
2 bed • 3 bed • 4 bed
Amenities
Internet access
1 of 1
$950
1 unit available
Studio • 2 bed • 3 bed • 4 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Garbage disposal, Range, and Refrigerator
1 of 76
$909+
9 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Walk in closets, Ceiling fan, Playground + more
1 of 5
$1,625
20 units available
2 bed
Amenities
Pet friendly and Garage
1 of 1
$835
2 units available
2 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Parking, Microwave, and Garbage disposal
1 of 1
$1,225
2 units available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Garage, Gym, and Pool
1 of 1
$840+
8 units available
Studio • 1 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Pool, Bbq/grill, and Courtyard
1 of 1
$1,295
9 units available
3 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Garage, Air conditioning, Internet access + more
1 of 1
$2,295
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Granite counters, Pet friendly, Garage, Stainless steel, and Fireplace
1 of 35
$999+
6 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Stainless steel + more
1 of 18
$1,145+
3 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Air conditioning, Microwave + more
Average rent in Polk County, Iowa
Studio
$945
1 Bed
$1,158
2 Beds
$1,309
3+ Beds
$1,742
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In Polk County, the average rent is $945 for a studio, $1,158 for a 1-bedroom, $1,309 for a 2-bedroom, and $1,742 for a 3-bedroom.
You can use the pet-friendly filter to find apartments that allow pets.
The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Polk County.
You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Polk County. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Drake University, Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center, Iowa State University, Grand View University, and Des Moines Area Community College.