
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Colo, IA from $400 (46 Rentals)
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Furman 24th Street Apartments

Grandview Square Apartments

Melrose Park Apartments

Gateway

Northridge Apartments

Somerset Apartments

South Meadow

Crystal Street Apartments
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420 S 4th St

Oakwood

1108 S. 4th Street

East Park Village Apartments

Furman Somerset Apartments

Tall Timber Apartments

3500 Grand Ave

Timbercreek Apartments

Laverne Apartments
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Wessex Apartments

Brick Towne Ames

Aspen Village

520 5th St

312 Sycamore St

1521 S G Ave

307 Lynn Ave

Furman Regency Court

304 Welch Ave
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1005 28th St

210 N Main St

919 6th St

1006 Lincoln Way

215 N Main St

725 S 11th St

2721 Luther Dr

5504 Kansas Dr

238 Village Dr
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Ferndale Furman Apartments

Baxter Park Apartments

Park Place Apartments

2109 Barr Dr

South View Apartments

Cardinal Terrace

426 Jeffrey Ln

912 Grand Ave

2610 Northridge Pky
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Cranford Apartments
Colo, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colo Studio Apartments | $831 | $610 | $955 |
| Colo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $918 | $680 | $1,320 |
| Colo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,004 | $615 | $1,700 |
| Colo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $886 | $465 | $2,300 |
| Colo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $746 | $445 | $1,900 |
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Cheapest Available Colo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Colo, IA is a 3 Beds unit found at Campustown in the Somerset neighborhood priced from $489. The Grove in the Grand Junction neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $610. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Colo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campustown | 200 Stanton Ave - 3 Bed - 1 Bath - C - UF | 3BR,1BA | $489 |
| The Grove | 3BR/3BA Upgraded | 3BR,3BA | $610 |
| Copper Beech | 3BR/3BA | 3BR,3BA | $660 |
| Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Grandview Square Apartments | 2bed 1bth | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
| Somerset Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Crystal Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
| East Park Village | 2BR Upper | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
| Furman Somerset Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colo, IA and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colo area is the $0.45 price per square foot 200 Stanton Ave - 3 Bed - 1 Bath - A - UF Model at Campustown in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $584. The second greatest value Colo apartment is the 3BR/3BA Upgraded Model at The Grove starting at $599 with a $0.48 price per square foot in the Grand Junction neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campustown | 200 Stanton Ave - 3 Bed - 1 Bath - A - UF | 3BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| The Grove | 3BR/3BA Upgraded | 3BR,3BA | $0.48 |
| 1108 S. 4th Street | 3 Bed/ 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| The Landing Ames | B1 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| Aspen Village | 2724 Stange (2 bdrm) | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| South View Apartments | Outlook | Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Timbercreek Apartments | 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colo Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Colo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Colo Apartment is $785 at Melrose Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Colo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Colo is starting from $790 at Grandview Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Colo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Colo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Campustown and starts from $489.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.