
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cerro Gordo County, IA from $400 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Cerro Gordo County.


18 S Adams Ave

Key West Apartments

Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments

Pebble Creek Apartments
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City Center Kent Apartments

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River City Apartments

Kirk Apartments

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South Avenue Village

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2310 1st Ave S
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Cerro Gordo County, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cerro Gordo County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro Gordo County Studio Apartments | $865 | $500 | $1,025 |
| Cerro Gordo County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $966 | $525 | $1,575 |
| Cerro Gordo County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,222 | $800 | $1,675 |
| Cerro Gordo County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $935 | $1,715 |
| Cerro Gordo County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $937 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Cerro Gordo County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cerro Gordo County, IA is a Studio unit found at Key Apartments priced from $500. 18 S Adams Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cerro Gordo County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The River Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $870 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cerro Gordo County, IA
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cerro Gordo County area is the $1.49 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms Model at Clear Lake Twinhomes in the starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Cerro Gordo County apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Pebble Creek Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Cerro Gordo County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Lake Twinhomes | 4 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.49 |
| Pebble Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Federal Ave Rowhomes | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 1200 Jade Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| The Meadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The River Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $1.58 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.57 |
| Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cerro Gordo County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cerro Gordo County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cerro Gordo County is at Key Apartments listed at $500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cerro Gordo County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cerro Gordo County Apartment is $525 at 18 S Adams Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cerro Gordo County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cerro Gordo County is starting from $900 at City Center Kent Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cerro Gordo County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cerro Gordo County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pebble Creek Apartments and starts from $1,150.
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