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Rental Market Trends in Carlisle, IA

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Carlisle, IA is $704/month.

Rent in Carlisle is 58% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$704/month

Average Rent

284 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.6%

Change / Year

3

Available Apartments

Carlisle rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Carlisle average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Carlisle average $704 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Carlisle average $851 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Carlisle average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$704/month
284 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$851/month
1,026 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Carlisle, IA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.6%, which averages out to $4 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Carlisle, IA

August 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Carlisle, IA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
100% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Carlisle, IA?

Because the average rent in Carlisle is $704, you’ll want to make about $2,346 per month or $28,152 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Carlisle, IA

3 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Carlisle, IA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Carlisle, IA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

Apartment Averages

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Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Pleasant Hill

    Pleasant Hill

    Avg Rent: $779/month

  • Des Moines

    Des Moines

    Avg Rent: $1,024/month

  • Altoona

    Altoona

    Avg Rent: $1,139/month

  • Norwalk

    Norwalk

    Avg Rent: $1,076/month

  • Indianola

    Indianola

    Avg Rent: $750/month

  • Windsor Heights

    Windsor Heights

    Avg Rent: $1,256/month

  • Mitchellville

    Mitchellville

    Avg Rent: $636/month

  • Cumming

    Cumming

    Avg Rent: $1,298/month

  • Bondurant

    Bondurant

    Avg Rent: $966/month

Apartment Communities in Carlisle We Think You'll Love

Danamere Village

Danamere Village

840 Bellflower Dr,
Carlisle, IA 50047

3 Beds | $1,853

The Vineyards

The Vineyards

5801 Se 24th St,
Des Moines, IA 50320

2-3 Beds | $1,195 - $1,295

Lyn Crossing

Lyn Crossing

2000 Meadow Chase Ln,
Des Moines, IA 50320

3 Beds | $1,100

7000 Lake Ridge Ave

7000 Lake Ridge Ave

7000 Lake Ridge Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50320

3 Beds | $1,800

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Carlisle?

The average rent in Carlisle is $704 per month, which is 57.7% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Carlisle?

Rents in Carlisle, IA are increasing, with prices up 0.6% year-over-year and $4 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Carlisle?

In Carlisle, IA, 100% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Iowa Carlisle Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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