
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Boone County, IA from $400 (11 Rentals)
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211 S Green St

211 S Green St

211 S Green St

Cedar Crossing 2
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505 1/2 11th St

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The Briza
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Boone County, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boone County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boone County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $901 | $795 | $1,020 |
| Boone County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $927 | $885 | $1,450 |
| Boone County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,222 | $935 | $1,895 |
| Boone County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $1,325 | $1,325 |
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Cheapest Available Boone County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Boone County, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Briza priced from $647. Linden Station Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Boone County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Briza | Grand 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $647 |
| Linden Station Apartments | 1 Bed Apartment 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $895 |
| West Field Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Kate's Landing | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boone County, IA
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boone County area is the $1.12 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Apartment Model at Prairie Place in the starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Boone County apartment is the Cottage - 2 Model at Kate's Landing starting at $925 with a $1.09 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Boone County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Place | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Kate's Landing | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| West Field Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Briza | Grand 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Linden Station Apartments | 1 Bed Apartment 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boone County Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Boone County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Boone County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Boone County?
Cheap apartments in Boone County have an average cost of $486 which is $839 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boone County.
Expert Rental Resources
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