
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dakota City, NE from $600 (30 Rentals)
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Valley Park Apartments

316 E 2nd St

Interstate Apartments

Country Estates of Morningside

Copper Flats

502 N Dakota St
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Woodbury Heights

Urbane 1220

District 42 Apartments & Townhomes

Wellington At The Dunes

2317 S Henry St

Pearl Street

Barrington Park by Broadmoor
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Floyd River Flats

The Arbors

Bluebird Flats

Avenue East

Virginia Square Apartments (100-103)

Riverbend Townhomes

Lincoln Woods
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Badgerow Flats

2800 Flatwater Crossing Apartments

509 S Railroad Ave

1124 W 19th St

2223 Douglas St

47132 311th St

Bekins Luxury Lofts
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1601 S Alice St

218 E National St
Dakota City, NE 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 | $910 | $695 | $1,330 |
| Dakota City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,123 | $725 | $1,735 |
| Dakota City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $850 | $2,175 |
| Dakota City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $1,120 | $2,562 |
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Cheapest Available Dakota City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dakota City, NE is a Studio unit found at Dakota Bend I & II priced from $695. Woodbury Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $885. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dakota City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota Bend I & II | DB 2 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Woodbury Heights | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $885 |
| Urbane 1220 | Acadian | Studio,1BA | $893 |
| District 42 Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Wellington At The Dunes | Open living space + spacious master with vaulte... | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Arbors | Sapling | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Floyd River Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Avenue East | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Barrington Park by Broadmoor | Lincoln | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Virginia Square Apartments (100-103) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dakota City, NE and Nearby
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dakota City area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 48 South Apartments in the starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Dakota City apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Dakota Prairie Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $1.15 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 South Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Dakota Prairie Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| The Summit at Sunnybrook Village | Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| The Ridge | Two bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Woodbury Heights | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Lincoln Woods | 2 Bedroom Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| East Edge Apartments | Grandview | 3BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Floyd River Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Avenue East | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Wellington At The Dunes | Open living space + spacious master with vaulte... | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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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 Dakota Bend I & II listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dakota City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dakota City Apartment is $725 at Dakota Bend I & II.
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 $885 at Woodbury Heights.
What is the most affordable Dakota City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dakota City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at East Edge Apartments and starts from $1,120.
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