
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Bayard, IA from $650 (37 Rentals)
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1209 Maple St

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Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing

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Linden Station Apartments

Windfield West

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Prairie Grass at Waukee

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William Pointe by Kading

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Kate's Landing

The Pitch

Fireside at Waukee

Prairie Place

Sunrise Meadows

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Cedar Pointe by Kading
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Valley Railroad Apartments

Woodland Park - Adair

505 1/2 11th St

The Briza

122 E Pleasant St

Woodland Park - Fontanelle

Regency Villa of Atlantic
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2801 1st Ave

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Boone Park Apartments

800 State Street

450 Laurel St

Country Court Apartments - Waukee

613 Polk St
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Bayard, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bayard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayard Studio Apartments | $900 | $700 | $1,104 |
| Bayard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $650 | $2,358 |
| Bayard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,547 | $700 | $2,470 |
| Bayard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $925 | $2,695 |
| Bayard 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,325 | $2,096 |
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Cheapest Available Bayard Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bayard, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Railroad Apartments in the Dallas County neighborhood priced from $495. The Briza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $647. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bayard apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Railroad Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| The Briza | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $647 |
| 1209 Maple St | 2 BED / 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing | Micro | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Hancock Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Linden Station Apartments | 1 Bed Apartment 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| SUNDANCE ATLANTIC APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| Windfield West | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayard, IA and Nearby
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bayard area is the $0.90 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at Valley Railroad Apartments in the in the Dallas County neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Bayard apartment is the B3 - St. Lucia Model at Sunrise Meadows starting at $1,051 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Glynn Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bayard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Railroad Apartments | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Sunrise Meadows | B3 - St. Lucia | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Cedar Pointe by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| William Pointe by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Anna's Grove by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Prairie Place | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| SUNDANCE ATLANTIC APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| The Briza | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bayard Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bayard Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bayard Apartment is $495 at Valley Railroad Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bayard Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bayard is starting from $700 at 1209 Maple St.
What is the most affordable Bayard Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bayard Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at William Pointe by Kading and starts from $925.
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