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Apartments under $1,500 for Rent in Grimes, IA

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  1. Building Photo - Destination 141
    $145 Off
    Price Drop. $145 Off
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    STUDIO
    $895+
    1 BED
    $1,095+
    2 BEDS
    $1,150+
    3 BEDS
    $1,450+

    Destination 141

    1360 Mocking Bird Ln, Grimes, IA 50111
    (515) 585-6521
  21. 1 BED
    $1,280
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,280
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,280

    Holcomb Place

    14300 Holcomb Ave, Urbandale, IA 50323
    (515) 444-5568
  22. Aerial - Alice Place Senior Living
    1 BED
    $976+
    2 BEDS
    $1,158+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$976 - $1,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$976 - $1,450

    Alice Place Senior Living

    255 SE Brick Dr, Waukee, IA 50263
  26. Building Photo - 301 SE 11th St
    2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $1,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,500

    301 SE 11th St Unit 105

    301 SE 11th St, Grimes, IA 50111
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  36. 1 BED
    $895+
    2 BEDS
    $995+
    3 BEDS
    $1,107+

    Oak Crossing

    310 Gateway Dr, Grimes, IA 50111
  40. Building Photo - Providence Pointe
    1 BED
    $999+
    2 BEDS
    $1,345+
    3 BEDS
    $1,420+

    Providence Pointe

    6210 NW 106th St, Johnston, IA 50131
  41. 1 BED
    $1,048+
    2 BEDS
    $1,045+

    Cross Creek

    8714 Meredith Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322

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Grimes, IA Apartments for Rent

Located in both Polk and Dallas counties, Grimes offers apartments for rent that combine small-town atmosphere with easy access to the Des Moines metropolitan area. Named for James W. Grimes, Iowa's third governor, this expanding community has grown significantly since 2010, now home to over 15,000 residents. With average rent for one-bedroom apartments around $1,050, renters find convenient living options in this Des Moines suburb.

Apartment communities in Grimes span the city's 12 square miles, featuring various layouts and designs. The city maintains several outdoor spaces, including Water Works Park with its splash pad and an extensive trail system connecting neighborhoods. Commuters benefit from direct access to Highway 141 and the Des Moines metro area, with public transportation available via DART Route 93. The community offers shopping at Gateway Market and dining options along Main Street, while maintaining the relaxed pace of suburban living.

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Dallas Center-Grimes High School

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DC-G Meadows

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South Prairie Elementary

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North Ridge Elementary

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