
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chariton, IA from $600 (67 Rentals)
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1833 Curtis Ave

iLion - 307

Valley Acres Apartments

Country Club Estates

Foxwood Apartments

Sunset Apartments

The Ridges

The Hampton Meadows

Melbourne
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Indianola Park II Apartments

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Northern Plains by Kading

Fish Creek

Willow Bend

Elmcrest

The Oaks

Dennis Park Apartments

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Somerset

Burbank Village
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Prairie Village of Pella

Norwalk Meadows

Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes

Linden East Apartments

High Pointe

Cedarbrooke Place

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Osceola Heights by Kading

Linden West

Lyn Crossing

Sunset Terrace
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Legacy Landing Apartments

Carman Estates

Meadow Cove

Connect55+ Indianola Senior Community 55+

The Vineyards

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Lincoln Ridge by Kading

Callaway at Holland Pointe

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Southern Horizon by Kading

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Vesta Village by Kading

2000 Meadow Ct, Unit 212
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Allure at 57

Gustin Flats

Southern Park Apartments

6920 SW 9th St

East Park Apartments

Norwalk Park Apartments

Indianola Park Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts

Carlisle Park Apartments

The Meadows
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Chariton, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chariton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chariton Studio Apartments | $725 | $725 | $725 |
| Chariton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,065 | $650 | $1,773 |
| Chariton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $775 | $2,123 |
| Chariton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $925 | $2,461 |
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Cheapest Available Chariton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chariton, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Acres Apartments in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood priced from $650. Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $719. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chariton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Foxwood Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $719 |
| Sunset Apartments | Studio, 1 ba | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| The Hampton Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| iLion - 307 | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Indianola Park II Apartments | 1BR Upper | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Country Club Estates | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chariton, IA and Nearby
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chariton area is the $1.00 price per square foot Cottage - 3 Model at Vesta Village by Kading in the starting from $1,235. The second greatest value Chariton apartment is the 3 bed 2 bath Model at Sunset Terrace starting at $1,220 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Easton Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chariton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vesta Village by Kading | Cottage - 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Sunset Terrace | 3 bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Osceola Heights by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Linden East Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Country Club Estates | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Best Local Schools in Chariton, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chariton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chariton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chariton Apartment is $650 at Valley Acres Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chariton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chariton is starting from $775 at Sunset Apartments.
What is the most affordable Chariton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chariton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northern Plains by Kading and starts from $925.
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