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Boone Park Apartments
1127 S Linn StBoone, IA 50036
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Adel Village Apartments
2121 Greene StAdel, IA 50003
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Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing
731 NE Venture DrWaukee, IA 50263
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Windfield West
75 SE Windfield PkyWaukee, IA 50263
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Country Court Apartments - Waukee
395 4th StWaukee, IA 50263
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Brookside Apartments 317 SE Jacobs St
317 S Jacob StGrimes, IA 50111
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Brick Towne at Waukee Central
430 SE Laurel StWaukee, IA 50263
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SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS
1309 S Linn StBoone, IA 50036
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Dawson, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dawson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson Studio Apartments | $1,010 | $800 | $1,397 |
| Dawson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,227 | $711 | $2,534 |
| Dawson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $800 | $2,712 |
| Dawson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $920 | $2,812 |
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Cheapest Available Dawson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Dawson, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Boone Park Apartments priced from $735. Sugar Creek Senior Apartment Community in the Timberline Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $790. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dawson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boone Park Apartments | 1BR Ground | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Sugar Creek Senior Apartment Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Summerset Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Adel Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dawson, IA and Nearby
As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dawson area is the $1.18 price per square foot B Model at James Point Luxury Townhomes in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Dawson apartment is the 3 BR 2.5 BA Model at Perry Townhomes starting at $1,495 with a $1.06 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Dawson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| James Point Luxury Townhomes | B | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.18 |
| Perry Townhomes | 3 BR 2.5 BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.06 |
| William Pointe by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Sunrise Meadows | B1 - Montego Bay | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Anna's Grove by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Twin Eagles East | Sign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free! | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Windfield West | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Country Court Apartments - Waukee | 2brtotalremodel | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Summerset Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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32 / 100
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dawson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dawson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dawson is at Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing listed at $825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dawson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dawson Apartment is $790 at Sugar Creek Senior Apartment Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dawson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dawson is starting from $800 at Summerset Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dawson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dawson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at William Pointe by Kading and starts from $920.
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Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.
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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.
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