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235 Madison St

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136 Main St

816 5th Ave NE

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How much does it cost to rent a home in Calmar?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calmar 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $871 | $675 | $1,050 |
| Calmar 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,117 | $850 | $1,450 |
| Calmar 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,220 | $975 | $1,500 |
| Calmar 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,562 | $1,525 | $1,600 |
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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 Studio apartment currently listed from $695. 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 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Hub on 6th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Leavitt Park Apartments - Waterloo, IA | ***FIRST MONTH FREE!*** 2 Bed 1 Bath | Leavitt ... | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calmar, IA and Nearby
As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Calmar area is the $0.47 price per square foot 4 BR Model at The Vine in the in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood starting from $635. The second greatest value Calmar apartment is the Three Bedroom/ One Bathroom Model at Scenic View Townhomes starting at $1,236 with a $0.95 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vine | 4 BR | 4BR,2BA | $0.47 |
| Scenic View Townhomes | Three Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Lawler School Lofts | 3BR/2B | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Riverwalk Residences | 1st Month Free | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments | 3 bedroom/2bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| West Brook Apartments | Brand New 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Units at West Br... | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC | 2 Bed Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 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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What type of rentals are currently available in Calmar?
There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Calmar, IA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $2,855. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Calmar ranging from $525 to $1,600.
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 $1,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,043.
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