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3709 Maple St

202 Grove St

4314 N 52nd St
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4004 N 26th St

4516 Huntington Ave

4844 Boyd St

7609 N 60th St
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5920 N 34th St
Defiance, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Defiance?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Defiance 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,415 | $850 | $2,950 |
Defiance 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,550 | $1,095 | $2,200 |
Defiance 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,645 | $1,450 | $1,850 |
Defiance 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,850 | $2,850 | $2,850 |
Defiance 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Defiance Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Defiance, IA is a Studio unit found at Dana Village priced from $536. Westwood Apartments in the Old Market neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Defiance apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Dana Village | S3 | Studio,1BA | $536 |
Westwood Apartments | 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
Larimore Senior Residences | One Bed/One Bat 60% | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Defiance, IA and Nearby
As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Defiance area is the $1.18 price per square foot AC.2B.2B.B/P Model at The Brandeis in the in the Old Market neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Defiance apartment is the 2x2 B Model at Nichol Flats starting at $1,499 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Old Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Defiance apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Brandeis | AC.2B.2B.B/P | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
Nichol Flats | 2x2 B | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
The Archive | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Residences at Sorensen Square | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Westwood Apartments | 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
The Bluffs | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
Northview | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Dana Village | S1B | Studio ,1BA | $0.79 |
Larimore Senior Residences | One Bed/One Bat 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Woodland Park - Griswold | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Defiance
What type of rentals are currently available in Defiance?
There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Defiance, IA with pricing that ranges from $536 to $2,596. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Defiance ranging from $850 to $3,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Defiance?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Defiance ranges from $850 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,959.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Defiance?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Defiance range from $1,050 to $2,450, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $639.
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