Osceola Apartments and Rentals

Osceola, Iowa, is located 49 miles south of Des Moines in the heart of the Midwest. With a population of less than 5,000 residents, Osceola is a perfect home for residents looking for a close-knit community and diverse natural attractions. Search for Osceola apartments for rent, and find a new home in the Hawkeye State.

In the 1940s, Clarke County was created along a popular route that Mormon families would take while migrating west to Salt Lake City. The city of Osceola was established in 1851 and named to honor the Black Drink Seminole Warrior. Today, residents live symbiotically with nature, as the local state parks and forests are full of many different wildlife species. While many people here commute to Des Moines for work, the community maintains a small-town vibe that promotes an easy way of life. Families who live in Osceola apartments take advantage of Iowa's comfortable conditions without paying high living expenses. The city's cost of living index of 80.8 is much lower than the national average.

Terrible's Lakeside Casino Resort is located in Osceola, and provides many unique attractions to residents in southern Iowa. With table games, slots, an RV park, convention center and different dining options, the venue provides the best opportunities for gambling and socializing in the region. East Lake Park is also in Osceola, and gives residents a place to relax in beautiful, natural surroundings. The park houses picnic shelters, playground equipment, walking trails, a lookout tower and many fishing areas that can provide an afternoon of outdoor recreation for local families. Residents here also travel to Des Moines to participate in some of Iowa's most exciting festivals, including the Iowa State Fair, Des Moines Arts Festival and the Festival of Trees and Lights.

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