
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Central City, IA (32 Rentals)


The Enclave at Dry Creek

St. Andrews Apartments

Creekside Apartment Homes

Boulevard Apartments & Townhomes

Grand Reserve

Harvest Lofts

East Town Crossing
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Seasons View Apartments

Chapel Ridge Marion

Waterford Arms

479 5th Ave

1465 Meadowview Dr

1485 Meadowview Dr

1460 Meadowview Dr

420 Water St

325 Clymer Rd

2951 9th St
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Central City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central City Studio Apartments | $929 | $585 | $1,100 |
Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,006 | $440 | $1,569 |
Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,195 | $515 | $2,428 |
Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $830 | $2,744 |
Central City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $1,430 | $1,430 |
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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 The Enclave at Dry Creek in the Kenwood Park neighborhood and is 825 square feet priced from $1,490. The Crossing on Boyson in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 825 square feet and currently listed start at $1,520. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Central City:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Enclave at Dry Creek | The Malone | 825 Sq Ft | $1,490 |
The Crossing on Boyson | Malone | 825 Sq Ft | $1,520 |
Hidden Creek Apartments | 1x1 | 738 Sq Ft | $1,125 |
Boulevard Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 711 Sq Ft | $1,160 |
Creekside Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 699 Sq Ft | $1,220 |
Waterford Arms | 1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 676 Sq Ft | $675 |
Blairs Ferry | 1A 60% | 633 Sq Ft | $980 |
Azure Apartments | 1bd | 625 Sq Ft | $575 |
Seasons View Apartments | Seasons View | 584 Sq Ft | $700 |
East Town Crossing | 1x1 (A) | 438 Sq Ft | $950 |
Cheapest Available Central City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 01, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Central City, IA is the 1bd Model starting from $440 at Grand View Apartments . The second most affordable Central City 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Wedgewood Apartments starting at $445 in the Kenwood Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central City is currently $1,006. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Central City:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Grand View Apartments | 1bd | $440 |
Wedgewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $445 |
Azure Apartments | 1bd | $495 |
Waterford Arms | 1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | $675 |
Oakview | 1-Bedroom | $675 |
Meadowview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $675 |
Seasons View Apartments | Seasons View | $700 |
East Town Crossing | 1x1 (A) | $950 |
Blairs Ferry | 1A 60% | $980 |
Hidden Creek Apartments | 1x1 | $1,125 |
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Getting Around Central City, IA
Walk Score®
22 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $1,006.
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 825 square feet unit starting from $1,490 at The Enclave at Dry Creek.
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 980 sq ft.
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