
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bristow, IA from $300 (43 Rentals)
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Key Apartments

18 S Adams Ave

Key West Apartments

Woodland Park - Eldora

Pheasant Hollow Apartments

Gold Falls Villa Apartments

The River Apartments & Townhomes
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Pheasant Run Apartments

Park @ Nine23

Pebble Creek Apartments

Brentwood Estates Apartments

Falls Edge Studios

228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments

City Center Kent Apartments

The Manor
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UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS

Rolling Meadows Apartments

University Manor

2311 Olive Street

Thunder Ridge Apartments

Elmcrest

Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)

Cedar Village Community
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The Delaware - Luxury Apartment's in Mason City!

The Meadows

The Summit on College Hill

Campus Court Apartments

1918 Olive St

1315 State St

1254 W Mullan Ave

205 Maplewood St
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201 2nd St

Palisades

Pointe West Apartments

Grant Village

Urban Flats South

623 Riehl St

116 Chestnut St

2110 Melrose Ct
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309 W 10th St

1816 Walnut St

119 Tremont St
Bristow, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bristow?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristow Studio Apartments | $895 | $500 | $1,190 |
| Bristow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,055 | $405 | $1,760 |
| Bristow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,334 | $705 | $1,950 |
| Bristow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $850 | $2,700 |
| Bristow 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,318 | $460 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Bristow Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bristow, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $350. Shalom Tower II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $405. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bristow apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $350 |
| Shalom Tower II | Tower I Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $405 |
| Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| Woodland Park - Eldora | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The River Apartments & Townhomes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $720 |
| 228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments | 2nd Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Brentwood Estates Apartments | Spacious One-Bedroom Apartment – Comfortable, P... | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bristow, IA and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bristow area is the $1.03 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Pebble Creek Apartments in the starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Bristow apartment is the 4BR/2BA Model at Hillcrest Park Apartments-Student Housing starting at $460 with a $0.42 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Bristow apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pebble Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Hillcrest Park Apartments-Student Housing | 4BR/2BA | 4BR,2BA | $0.42 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments | 3 bedroom/2bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| The Meadows | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Cedar Village Community | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| Shalom Tower II | Tower II - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Woodland Park - Eldora | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Brentwood Estates Apartments | Spacious One-Bedroom Apartment – Comfortable, P... | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bristow Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bristow?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bristow is at Key Apartments listed at $500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bristow Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bristow Apartment is $405 at Shalom Tower II.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bristow Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bristow is starting from $875 at Woodland Park - Eldora.
What is the most affordable Bristow Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bristow Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rolling Meadows Apartments and starts from $975.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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