Emerald Reserve Indianola
610 E Scenic Valley Ave,
Indianola, IA 50125
1-2 Beds | $1,190 - $1,965
Rental Market Trends in Indianola, IA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Indianola, IA is $746/month.
Rent in Indianola is 55% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$746/month
Average Rent
639 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.4%
Change / Year
67
Available Apartments
Indianola rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Indianola average $759 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Indianola average $746 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Indianola average $976 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Indianola average $1,117 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Indianola, IA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.4%, which averages out to $19 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Indianola, IA
August 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
7%
Below $700/month
57%
$700 - $1,000/month
36%
$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 Indianola, IA?
Because the average rent in Indianola is $746, you’ll want to make about $2,486 per month or $29,832 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.
How does Indianola, IA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Indianola, 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.
View the Indianola Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Carlisle
Avg Rent: $702/month
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Norwalk
Avg Rent: $1,076/month
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Cumming
Avg Rent: $1,298/month
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Des Moines
Avg Rent: $1,024/month
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Pleasant Hill
Avg Rent: $779/month
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West Des Moines
Avg Rent: $1,134/month
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Windsor Heights
Avg Rent: $1,256/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Indianola?
The average rent in Indianola is $746 per month, which is 55.1% lower than the national average of $1,663.
Are rents going up or down in Indianola?
Rents in Indianola, IA are increasing, with prices up 2.4% year-over-year and $19 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Indianola?
In Indianola, IA, 57% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.