
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central City, IA from $500 (12 Rentals)
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921 Emmons St

1485 Meadowview Dr

1465 Meadowview Dr

941 Emmons St

325 Clymer Rd
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2951 9th St

74 Northwood Dr

1210 Robins Rd

1450 Meadowview Dr

1080 9th St

1130 S 12th St
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Central City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $988 | $725 | $1,270 |
Central City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,600 | $1,200 | $2,400 |
Central City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,641 | $1,525 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Central City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Grand View Apartments priced from $440. Wedgewood Apartments in the Kenwood Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $445. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Grand View Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $440 |
Wedgewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $445 |
Azure Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
795 4th Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
Waterford Arms | 1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, IA and Nearby
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $0.83 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Flats Model at Regal Townhomes in the starting from $850. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Chapel Ridge Marion starting at $925 with a $1.01 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Regal Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Flats | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Chapel Ridge Marion | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
Cedar Trail Village | Two Bedroom with Balcony/Patio | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Residence on 11th | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Kerry Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom x 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
St. Andrews Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Waterford Arms | 1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Grand View Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
Azure Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
Wedgewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central City
What type of rentals are currently available in Central City?
There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in Central City, IA with pricing that ranges from $440 to $2,744. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central City ranging from $500 to $2,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central City ranges from $500 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,079.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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