
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Brandon, IA from $620 (48 Rentals)
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The Meadows Apartments

Meadow Ridge Apartments

Prairie Village of LaPorte City

Brookside Apartments

Russell Lamson

Oakview

Woodcrest Apartments

Kent Circle
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228 Spaces

Union at North Crossing

4th Street Manor

Kingswood Place

Edgemont Park Apartments

Legacy Manor of Waterloo - 55+ Living

Harvest Lofts

Leavitt Park Apartments

Le Chateau
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Falls Edge Studios

Kinsale Condominiums

Cambridge Townhomes

2055 Blairs Ferry Rd NE

216 Pleasant St

228 1/2 Randolph St

1027 W 5th St

251 Madison St

Urban Edge Apartments
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702 Bertch Ave

611 Sycamore St

1224-1282 W Mullan Ave

1637 Carriage Hill Dr

124 Earl St

415 Adams St

816 5th Ave NE

1620 Guernsey Ct

1923 E Ridgeway Ave
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The Preserve at Crossroads

Westwood Apartments

121 Butler Ave

1150 Home Park Blvd

1107 Mulberry St

606 Sycamore St

716 Fowler St

307 Velvas St

1216 Beech St
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Colby Apartments

Blair Ridge

Lantern Square Condominiums
Brandon, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brandon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Studio Apartments | $1,008 | $652 | $1,450 |
| Brandon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,015 | $135 | $1,800 |
| Brandon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,267 | $700 | $2,500 |
| Brandon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $850 | $1,950 |
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Cheapest Available Brandon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brandon, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Meadows Apartments in the Southlawn Court neighborhood priced from $620. Meadow Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brandon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR, 1BA | $620 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR, 1BA | $625 |
| Prairie Village of LaPorte City | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $643 |
| Brookside Apartments | One-Bedroom Apartment | 1BR, 1BA | $650 |
| Kent Circle | Kent Circle 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $725 |
| Russell Lamson | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $761 |
| 228 Spaces | 2nd Floor Studio | Studio, 1BA | $795 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $800 |
| Park @ Nine23 | Adrian | 1BR, 1BA | $830 |
| 4th Street Manor | 4th St 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brandon, IA and Nearby
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brandon area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Model at Pineview Place Apartments starting from $1,220. The second greatest value Brandon apartment is the Fall 2026 - 2027 Model at Elevate Apartments starting at $525 with a $0.46 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brandon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pineview Place Apartments | 3 Bedroom/2 Bath | 3BR, 2BA | $1.02 |
| Elevate Apartments | Fall 2026 - 2027 | 4BR, 2BA | $0.46 |
| 3714 Ravenwood Cir | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 2BR, 2BA | $1.10 |
| Prairie Rapids | 2bed/1bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.15 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR, 1BA | $1.02 |
| Le Chateau | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.01 |
| Cambridge Townhomes | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.09 |
| Blair Ridge | 2 Bed / 1 Bath - 2nd Floor | 2BR, 1BA | $1.12 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.02 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR, 1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brandon Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brandon?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brandon is at 228 Spaces listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brandon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brandon Apartment is $620 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brandon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brandon is starting from $750 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the most affordable Brandon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Brandon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows Apartments and starts from $850.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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