
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Dexter, IA from $500 (37 Rentals)
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Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing

SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS

Center Stage

Brick Towne at Waukee Central 432 Southeast Laurel Street

Windfield West

Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments

Fountain Terrace

The Commons at Greenway Park
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The Pitch

Fireside at Waukee

Lift at Jordan Creek

Glenwood Villas

Brick Towne at Kettlestone

Bricks at Waukee East Apartments
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The Lofts at Kettlestone Central

Sunrise Meadows

The Winhall of Williams Pointe

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Twin Eagles East

Cherry Creek

Converge NW

Stratford Pointe

11Fifty on Olson
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Launch Townhomes

Adel Village Apartments

The Bridges

800 State Street

450 Laurel St

613 Polk St

1320 SE Florence Dr

606 Main St

1760 SE LA Grant Pkwy
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209 W Jefferson St
Dexter, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dexter?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dexter Studio Apartments | $869 | $575 | $1,104 |
| Dexter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,157 | $545 | $2,358 |
| Dexter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $790 | $2,467 |
| Dexter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,735 | $995 | $2,735 |
| Dexter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Dexter Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dexter, IA is a Studio unit found at Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing in the Glynn Village neighborhood priced from $725. SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS in the Glynn Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dexter apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Brick Towne at Waukee Central 432 Southeast Laurel Street | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| Windfield West | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Country Court Apartments - Waukee | 2brtotalremodel | 2BR,1BA | $970 |
| Lift at Jordan Creek | Amplify | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Pitch | 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Brick Towne at Kettlestone | 1bd 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Bricks at Waukee East Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dexter, IA and Nearby
As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dexter area is the $0.98 price per square foot Timberline Model at Timberline Ridge in the in the Glynn Village neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Dexter apartment is the Alton Model at Stratford Crossing Flats Townhomes starting at $2,100 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Glynn Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dexter apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberline Ridge | Timberline | 3BR,3BA | $0.98 |
| Stratford Crossing Flats Townhomes | Alton | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.27 |
| Cherry Creek | Bradford | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| The Commons at Greenway Park | Townhome Style 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom without Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Sunrise Meadows | B2 - Barbados | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Lift at Jordan Creek | Amplify | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Country Court Apartments - Waukee | 2brtotalremodel | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Brick Towne at Waukee Central 432 Southeast Laurel Street | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dexter Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dexter?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dexter is at Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dexter Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dexter Apartment is $800 at SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dexter Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dexter is starting from $855 at Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dexter Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dexter Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cherry Creek and starts from $1,220.
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