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Dakota City, IA Local Guide

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 $450. Hubbard Maple Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dakota City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$450
Hubbard Maple Street Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$450
Rolfe 20-Unit2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dakota City, IA and Nearby

As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dakota City area is the $0.97 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 Bath Model at Alpine Manor Apartments in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Dakota City apartment is the Villa Model at Cedar Pointe starting at $1,045 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Dakota City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Alpine Manor Apartments3 bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.97
Cedar PointeVilla3BR,1BA$1.04
Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$1.02
Somerset Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Western Hills Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.05
SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.08
Seneca Place Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
Hubbard Maple Street Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$0.73
Rolfe 20-Unit2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.82
Woodland Park - Manson1 BR1BR,1BA$1.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dakota City

What type of rentals are currently available in Dakota City?

There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Dakota City, IA with pricing that ranges from $450 to $2,500. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dakota City ranging from $595 to $2,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dakota City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dakota City ranges from $595 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,401.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dakota City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dakota City range from $760 to $2,370, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,300.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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