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Cedar Crossing 2
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Crossing 2

2003 Cedar StBoone, IA 50036
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Heartland Senior Housing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heartland Senior Housing

610 Central AveFort Dodge, IA 50501
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The Briza
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Briza

1104 8th StBoone, IA 50036
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Spruce Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Spruce Pointe

126 Beedle DrAmes, IA 50014
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919 N 29th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

919 N 29th St

919 N 29th StFort Dodge, IA 50501
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Furman Western Hills
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Furman Western Hills

230 Raphael AveAmes, IA 50014
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141 Campus Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

141 Campus Ave

141 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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Delaware Woods
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Delaware Woods

1121 Delaware AveAmes, IA 50014
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Boone Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Boone Park Apartments

1127 S Linn StBoone, IA 50036
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Oakview Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Apartments

1429 Walton DrAmes, IA 50014
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Dana, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dana Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dana, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Social West Ames® in the Fountainview neighborhood priced from $469. Valley Railroad Apartments in the Dallas County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dana apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Social West Ames®Langley B Renovated - Station4BR,2BA$469
Valley Railroad Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$495
The BrizaRenovated 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$647
Fountain View Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
West TowneStudioStudio,1BA$699
College Creek Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$755
Hickory Ridge Apartments1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$775
Hancock Apartments1X11BR,1BA$780
Wyndsor Terrace1 Bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$815
Linden Station Apartments1 Bed Apartment 55+1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dana, IA and Nearby

As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dana area is the $0.90 price per square foot 3Br2Ba Model at Phillips Luxury Apartments in the starting from $1,860. The second greatest value Dana apartment is the 125 Campus Model at Total Property Management 125 Campus Ave. starting at $1,000 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dana apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Phillips Luxury Apartments3Br2Ba3BR,2BA$0.90
Total Property Management 125 Campus Ave.125 Campus4BR,2BA$0.81
Point at AmesTelluride A3BR,3BA$0.69
Valley Railroad Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.90
Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way4 bedroom4BR,2.5BA$0.91
The Madison Apartments3x3 Furnished3BR,3BA$0.55
William Pointe by KadingVilla3BR,1BA$0.92
Mortensen Heights2B2BR,2BA$0.71
The Social ReserveGuthrie - Reserve2BR,1BA$0.70
Fountain View Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dana Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dana?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dana is at West Towne listed at $699.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dana Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dana Apartment is $495 at Valley Railroad Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dana Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dana is starting from $850 at Hancock Apartments.

What is the most affordable Dana Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dana Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Social West Ames® and starts from $499.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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