1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dawson, IA (32 Rentals)

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612 NE 4th St
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612 NE 4th St

612 NE 4th StGrimes, IA 50111
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The Briza
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The Briza

1104 8th StBoone, IA 50036
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Granger Lofts
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Granger Lofts

2202 Broadway StGranger, IA 50109
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Cedar Crossing 2
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Cedar Crossing 2

2003 Cedar StBoone, IA 50036
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1805 W 4th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1805 W 4th St

1805 W 4th StPerry, IA 50220

Dawson, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Dawson and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dawson, IA is found at The Summit at Heritage Apartments in the Kennybrook neighborhood and is 975 square feet priced from $1,289. Meadowlark Place has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 893 square feet and currently listed start at $1,341. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Dawson:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Summit at Heritage ApartmentsA8975 Sq Ft$1,289
Meadowlark PlaceA4893 Sq Ft$1,341
Prairie Grass at WaukeeSunflower Vista857 Sq Ft$1,103
Stonegate CrossingA3804 Sq Ft$1,049
The Commons at Greenway ParkTownhome Style 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Attach...774 Sq Ft$1,250
Alice Patricia Apartments1BR770 Sq Ft$1,125
Stratford PointeType 2 - HALO733 Sq Ft$1,099
Converge NWA2728 Sq Ft$999
Destination 141Apartment- 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom712 Sq Ft$1,150
Fireside at WaukeeSmoke682 Sq Ft$1,280

Cheapest Available Dawson and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 04, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dawson, IA is the 1BR - 30% of Gross Income Model starting from $200 at Cedar Crossing 2 . The second most affordable Dawson 1 Bedroom is the Renovated 1 Bedroom Model at The Briza starting at $697 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Dawson is currently $1,136. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Dawson:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Cedar Crossing 21BR - 30% of Gross Income$200
The BrizaRenovated 1 Bedroom$697
Adel Village Apartments1 Bedroom$850
Windfield West1 Bedroom$855
Oak Crossing1x1$899
Brick Towne at Waukee Central1 Bedroom Internet & Cable Included$950
Walnut Lake ApartmentsHickory$967
The Commons at Greenway ParkFlat Style 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Accessible$985
The Pitch1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom$995
Converge NWA2$999

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Dawson Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Dawson with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Dawson is at Cedar Crossing 2 listed at $200.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Dawson Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dawson is $1,136.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Dawson Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dawson is a 975 square feet unit starting from $1,289 at The Summit at Heritage Apartments.

What is the average size for Dawson 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Dawson is currently 850 sq ft.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!