
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Baxter, IA from $300 (48 Rentals)
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Baxter Park Apartments

2552 Smith Ave

Brookview Terrace

Woodland Heights

Hotel Maytag Apartments

Courtyard Apartments

Northridge Apartments

East Olive Apartments
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Olive Terrace Apartments

Pharaohs Valley

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SUNDANCE MARSHALLTOWN APARTMENTS

409 4th St NE

Bridlewood Apartments

Centennial Place Apartments

Walnut Creek Apartments

Southern Hills
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Adventureland Village

East Park Village Apartments

Plant 1 Lofts

Venbury Trail

Parkside Luxury Apartments

Altoona Terrace

Blue Ridge Commons

Altoona Park Apartments

Triple Crown Altoona Cooperative
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Park Place

The Standard at 36th Street

Clock Tower Senior Apartments

Stella Townhomes

17 E Howard St

The Tallcorn

312 Sycamore St
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110 N Maple St

309 N 3rd St

Marshalltown Estates

Newton Park Apartments

208 N 11th Ave

Altoona Towers

919 6th St

Spruce Pointe

726 E 8th St N
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Walnut Pointe

17 N 11th Ave
Baxter, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Baxter?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter Studio Apartments | $845 | $725 | $950 |
| Baxter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,109 | $701 | $2,107 |
| Baxter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,321 | $778 | $2,298 |
| Baxter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $781 | $2,868 |
| Baxter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $1,992 | $2,032 |
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Cheapest Available Baxter Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Baxter, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookview Terrace priced from $701. Hotel Maytag Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Baxter apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookview Terrace | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $701 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Northridge Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| East Olive Apartments | B1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $803 |
| SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $805 |
| SUNDANCE MARSHALLTOWN APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $809 |
| 409 4th St NE | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $810 |
| Woodland Heights | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $820 |
| Altoona Towers | S1 | Studio,1BA | $839 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 BD Legacy | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baxter, IA and Nearby
As of May 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baxter area is the $1.12 price per square foot B3 Model at Southern Hills in the starting from $1,293. The second greatest value Baxter apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Altoona Park Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baxter apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Hills | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Altoona Park Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Northridge Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 BD Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| SUNDANCE MARSHALLTOWN APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| East Olive Apartments | B1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Woodland Heights | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 409 4th St NE | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baxter Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Baxter Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Baxter Apartment is $701 at Brookview Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Baxter Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Baxter is starting from $800 at Northridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Baxter Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Baxter Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Heights and starts from $820.
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