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Calmar, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Calmar Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Calmar, IA is a Studio unit found at Collective on 4th in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood priced from $452. Russell Lamson in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Calmar apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Collective on 4thStudioStudio,1BA$452
Russell LamsonStudioStudio,1BA$675
The Meadows ApartmentsQuads 2Bd2BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calmar, IA and Nearby

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Calmar area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2 Beds/2 Baths Model at The Residences @ 1027 in the in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Calmar apartment is the 1st Month Free Model at Riverwalk Residences starting at $1,300 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calmar apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Residences @ 10272 Beds/2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.21
Riverwalk Residences1st Month Free2BR,2BA$1.23
West Brook 32BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.10
Riverview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
St. Vallerie Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath (Remodel)2BR,1.5BA$1.20
Lawler School Lofts2BR/1B2BR,1BA$1.06
Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICCWild Grove Apartments2BR,1BA$1.09
The Meadows ApartmentsMeadows 2Bd2BR,1BA$0.92
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.30
Collective on 4thStudioStudio ,1BA$0.90

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Calmar, IA

Ranked #15

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Calmar

What type of rentals are currently available in Calmar?

There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Calmar, IA with pricing that ranges from $452 to $2,575. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Calmar ranging from $525 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Calmar?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Calmar ranges from $525 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,327.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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