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Rental Market Trends in Urbandale, IA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Urbandale, IA is $928/month.
Rent in Urbandale is 44% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$928/month
Average Rent
670 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.9%
Change / Year
374
Available Apartments
Urbandale rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Urbandale average $742 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Urbandale average $928 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Urbandale average $1,057 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Urbandale average $1,447 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Urbandale, IA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $19 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Urbandale, IA
September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
4%
Below $700/month
43%
$700 - $1,000/month
39%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
11%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
4%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Urbandale, IA?
Because the average rent in Urbandale is $928, you’ll want to make about $3,093 per month or $37,116 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 Urbandale, IA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Urbandale, 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 Urbandale Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Clive
Avg Rent: $904/month
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Grimes
Avg Rent: $1,127/month
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Windsor Heights
Avg Rent: $1,197/month
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Johnston
Avg Rent: $1,111/month
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Waukee
Avg Rent: $1,101/month
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West Des Moines
Avg Rent: $1,129/month
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Polk City
Avg Rent: $1,590/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Urbandale?
The average rent in Urbandale is $928 per month, which is 44.3% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Urbandale?
The average rent for a house in Urbandale, IA is $2,250 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Urbandale?
The average rent for a townhome in Urbandale, IA is $1,474 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Urbandale?
Rents in Urbandale, IA are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $19 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Urbandale?
In Urbandale, IA, 43% 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 September 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.