
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Diagonal, IA from $545 (61 Rentals)
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Forest Cove

Summit House Apartments

Country Club Estates

Next Level Apartments - Easton Village

1209 Maple St

Foxwood Apartments

University Point

Sunset Apartments

Dennis Park Apartments
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Deer Run Apartments

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Northern Plains by Kading

Timber Creek Apartments

Fish Creek

Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments

Fountain Terrace

Linden East Apartments

Norwalk Meadows
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Prairie Grass at Jordan Creek

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Vesta Village by Kading

High Pointe

Schoolyard Rowhomes

Glenwood Villas

Allure at 57

Lift at Jordan Creek

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Osceola Heights by Kading

Cedarbrooke Place

Legacy Landing Apartments
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Cherry Creek

Strathmore Apartment Homes

Linden West

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Twin Eagles East

Sunset Terrace

Emerald Reserve Indianola

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Lincoln Ridge by Kading

Parkway Village Apartments

Maryville Meadows

303 W Lowell Ave
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Woodland Park - Adair

1115 N College Dr

Woodland Park - Red Oak

1833 Curtis Ave

East Park Apartments

Indianola Park Apartments

Regency Villa of Atlantic

Red Oak 48-(City View Apartments)

Park Avenue Apartments

Clarinda West Apartments
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Diagonal, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Diagonal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagonal Studio Apartments | $1,014 | $575 | $1,579 |
| Diagonal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,085 | $545 | $1,846 |
| Diagonal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,239 | $700 | $2,829 |
| Diagonal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $875 | $2,700 |
| Diagonal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Diagonal Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Diagonal, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Next Level Apartments - Easton Village in the Easton Park neighborhood priced from $695. Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Diagonal apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $695 |
| Foxwood Apartments | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| 1209 Maple St | 2 BED / 1 BATH | 2BR, 1BA | $700 |
| University Point | VO 2X1 | 2BR, 1BA | $725 |
| Dennis Park Apartments | B1 | 2BR, 1BA | $744 |
| Indianola Park II Apartments | 1BR Upper | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Indianola Park Apartments | 1BR Upper | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $755 |
| Woodland Park - Fontanelle | 1 BR | 1BR, 1BA | $775 |
| Deer Run Apartments | B1 | 2BR, 1BA | $792 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Diagonal, IA and Nearby
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Diagonal area is the $1.04 price per square foot Villa Model at Osceola Heights by Kading starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Diagonal apartment is the 2 bed Model at Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments in the Dallas County neighborhood starting at $855 with a $0.99 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Diagonal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osceola Heights by Kading | Villa | 3BR, 1BA | $1.04 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR, 1BA | $0.99 |
| University Point | VO 2X1 | 2BR, 1BA | $0.85 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR, 1BA | $0.94 |
| SUNDANCE ATLANTIC APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.03 |
| Sunset Apartments | 2bd, 1ba | 2BR, 1BA | $1.03 |
| Dennis Park Apartments | B1 | 2BR, 1BA | $0.93 |
| Deer Run Apartments | B1 | 2BR, 1BA | $0.99 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $0.95 |
| Luma Terrace Apartment | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Diagonal Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Diagonal?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Diagonal is at Prairie Grass at Jordan Creek listed at $886.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Diagonal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Diagonal Apartment is $695 at Next Level Apartments - Easton Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Diagonal Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Diagonal is starting from $700 at 1209 Maple St.
What is the most affordable Diagonal Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Diagonal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Osceola Heights by Kading and starts from $1,010.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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