
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Calmar, IA from $500 (22 Rentals)
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Grand River Station

The Meadows Apartments

Russell Lamson

WEDGEWOOD COMMONS

Cliffside Apartments

Rolling Meadows Apartments
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The Hub on 6th

131 S Vine St

420 E Main St

406 Gable St

415 Adams St
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816 5th Ave NE

124 Earl St

Collective on 4th

547 Reed St

511 S Frederick Ave

1125 Ackermant St

622 Keystone St
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12 6th Ave NE
Calmar, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Calmar?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calmar Studio Apartments | $1,010 | $652 | $1,450 |
| Calmar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,059 | $500 | $1,915 |
| Calmar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,274 | $598 | $1,900 |
| Calmar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,574 | $656 | $2,175 |
| Calmar 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,640 | $2,640 | $2,640 |
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Cheapest Available Calmar Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Calmar, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Meadows Apartments in the Southlawn Court neighborhood priced from $620. Russell Lamson in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $761. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Calmar apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR, 1BA | $620 |
| Russell Lamson | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $761 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments | 1 bedroom/1bath | 1BR, 1BA | $800 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $800 |
| The Hub on 6th | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calmar, IA and Nearby
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Calmar area is the $0.95 price per square foot Three Bedroom/One & Half Bathroom Model at Scenic View Townhomes starting from $1,236. The second greatest value Calmar apartment is the 3BR/2B Model at Lawler School Lofts starting at $1,059 with a $0.88 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calmar apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scenic View Townhomes | Three Bedroom/One & Half Bathroom | 3BR, 1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Lawler School Lofts | 3BR/2B | 3BR, 2BA | $0.88 |
| Riverwalk Residences | 1st Month Free | 2BR, 2BA | $1.19 |
| WEDGEWOOD COMMONS | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR, 2BA | $1.19 |
| Riverview Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.15 |
| West Brook Apartments | Brand New 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Units at West Br... | 2BR, 2BA | $1.15 |
| Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.08 |
| Geneva Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.19 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.16 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR, 1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Calmar Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Calmar?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Calmar is at The Hub on 6th listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Calmar Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Calmar Apartment is $620 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Calmar Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Calmar is starting from $750 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the most affordable Calmar Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Calmar Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows Apartments and starts from $850.
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