
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dakota City, IA from $400 (57 Rentals)
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Furman 24th Street Apartments

203 Campus

919 N 29th St

Western Hills Apartments

Grandview Square Apartments

Woodland Park - Manson

Park View Apartments

Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments
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Bergengreen Apartments

College Creek Apartments

District 29 Apartments & Townhomes

Melrose Park Apartments

West Field Apartments

Hickory Ridge Apartments

Somerset Apartments

Furman Western Hills

Phillips Luxury Apartments

Prairieview Manor
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Aspen Village

Wyndsor Terrace

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Linden Station Apartments

Furman Somerset Apartments

2706 Kent Ave

SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS

1200 Jade Apartments

Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace

Cedar Crossing 2

Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties)
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Dodecagon Plaza

Rolfe 20-Unit

546 2nd St

Heartland Senior Housing

505 1/2 11th St

Furman Regency Court

1005 28th St

The Briza

210 N Main St

116 Shepard St
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334 Center St

335 Elm St

Fonda Apartments

507 1st Ave N

215 N Main St

1420 5th Ave N

741 Westridge Rd

Seneca Place Apartments

2721 Luther Dr

Ferndale Furman Apartments
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Dakota City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dakota City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota City Studio Apartments | $810 | $610 | $1,175 |
| Dakota City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $922 | $460 | $1,575 |
| Dakota City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,027 | $745 | $1,799 |
| Dakota City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $920 | $1,895 |
| Dakota City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $1,325 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Dakota City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dakota City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) priced from $425. Hubbard Maple Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $460. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dakota City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $425 |
| Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $460 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| The Briza | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $647 |
| Woodland Park - Manson | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| College Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| District 29 Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $779 |
| Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Grandview Square Apartments | 2bed 1bth | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 0 bed, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dakota City, IA and Nearby
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dakota City area is the $1.03 price per square foot 3515 Lincoln Way ( 4 bdrm ) Model at Walnut Ridge in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Dakota City apartment is the 3305 Roy Key ( 3 bedroom ) Model at Northern Lights Apartments starting at $1,170 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dakota City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Ridge | 3515 Lincoln Way ( 4 bdrm ) | 4BR,3BA | $1.03 |
| Northern Lights Apartments | 3305 Roy Key ( 3 bedroom ) | 3BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Alpine Manor Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Grandview Square Apartments | 2bed 1bth | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Furman Western Hills | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Kate's Landing | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| The Briza | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dakota City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dakota City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dakota City is at District 29 Apartments & Townhomes listed at $779.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dakota City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dakota City Apartment is $425 at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dakota City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dakota City is starting from $595 at Rolfe 20-Unit.
What is the most affordable Dakota City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dakota City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS and starts from $995.
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