
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Central City, IA (34 Rentals)


50 Broadway

The Crossing on Boyson

St. Andrews Apartments

The Enclave at Dry Creek

2861 Prairie Hill Dr

Azure Apartments

Grand Reserve
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Robinwood Apartments

Blairs Ferry

Camelot Apartments

East Town Crossing

Meadowview Apartments

Grand View Apartments

Grand Ridge
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Country Hill

Hidden Creek Apartments

Valley View

Seasons View Apartments

Oakview

Harvest Lofts

Chapel Ridge Marion

Waterford Arms
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1414 Oakland Rd NE

1055 4th Ave

2701 5th Ave

795 4th Ave

Cedar Ridge Apartments

Williamsburg Apartments

Wedgewood Apartments

Green Park Apartments
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800 Grand Ave

Broad + Main on 6th & 7th
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City Studio Apartments | $990 | $620 | $1,160 |
Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,016 | $460 | $1,575 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,247 | $625 | $1,913 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $835 | $1,865 |
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Largest Available Central City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Central City, IA is found at 2861 Prairie Hill Dr and is 822 square feet priced from $1,030. St. Andrews Apartments in the Kenwood Park neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 815 square feet and currently listed start at $940. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Central City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2861 Prairie Hill Dr | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 822 Sq Ft | $1,030 |
| St. Andrews Apartments | 1x1 | 815 Sq Ft | $940 |
| Waterford Arms | 1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 676 Sq Ft | $775 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 675 Sq Ft | $765 |
| Camelot Apartments | One Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $655 |
| Blairs Ferry | 1A | 633 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| Azure Apartments | 1bd | 625 Sq Ft | $580 |
| Seasons View Apartments | Seasons View | 584 Sq Ft | $760 |
| Robinwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 548 Sq Ft | $750 |
Cheapest Available Central City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 15, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Central City, IA is the 1bd Model starting from $500 at Azure Apartments . The second most affordable Central City 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Camelot Apartments starting at $655 in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central City is currently $1,016. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Central City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Azure Apartments | 1bd | $500 |
| Camelot Apartments | One Bedroom | $655 |
| Robinwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $750 |
| Seasons View Apartments | Seasons View | $760 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $765 |
| Waterford Arms | 1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | $775 |
| Oakview | 1-Bedroom | $775 |
| 2861 Prairie Hill Dr | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,030 |
| Blairs Ferry | 1A | $1,100 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Central City Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Central City Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Central City is $1,016.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Central City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central City is a 822 square feet unit starting from $1,030 at 2861 Prairie Hill Dr.
What is the average size for Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Central City is currently 494 sq ft.
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