
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Donnellson, IA from $390 (44 Rentals)
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Macomb Rentals

EMERALD HILL APARTMENTS

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Welch Hotel Senior Apartments

Smith and Royer Apartments

Aspen Court

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Bel Aire Apartments
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Alice Place West Burlington
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Tama Too Apartments

Stonegate Village Apartments

Creekside Park

Hawthorne Townhomes

630 N 6th St

Lexington Concord

410 N Monroe St

Fairfield Park II Apartments
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Louden Lofts

201-220 Charleston Blvd

201 Charleston Blvd

Chateau Apartments

435 S Broadway St

Keokuk Family Flats

Tisdale Apartments

1218 Cedar St
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The Burlington Apartments

501 S Osteopathy Ave

323 S Broadway St

2530 Unicorn Ave

601-605 W Orchard St

1000 Lakewood Dr

1014 1st Ave

Mediapolis Village
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1943 Bertsch Ave

1213 Doemland St

605 W 3rd St

602 W Burlington Ave
Donnellson, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Donnellson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donnellson Studio Apartments | $901 | $390 | $1,200 |
| Donnellson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $890 | $510 | $1,425 |
| Donnellson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $450 | $4,500 |
| Donnellson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $870 | $2,600 |
| Donnellson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,343 | $600 | $5,600 |
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Cheapest Available Donnellson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Donnellson, IA is a Studio unit found at Macomb Rentals priced from $390. Welch Hotel Senior Apartments in the Oak Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Donnellson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio, 1BA | $390 |
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $650 |
| Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom Side Apartment | 1BR, 1BA | $650 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathrom | 2BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Orchard Meadows | B1 Classic | 2BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Tama Too Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $850 |
| Stonegate Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $860 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Donnellson, IA and Nearby
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Donnellson area is the $0.76 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Nemitz Hall in the Threshers Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Donnellson apartment is the 3 BR / 2 BA Model at Creekside Park starting at $1,029 with a $0.85 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Donnellson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nemitz Hall | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $0.76 |
| Creekside Park | 3 BR / 2 BA | 3BR, 2BA | $0.85 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 309 | 2BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| School House Apartments | 2 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.03 |
| Hawthorne Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bath | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Black Hawk Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.19 |
| Orchard Meadows | B1 Classic | 2BR, 1BA | $0.85 |
| Alice Place West Burlington | 2-Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.13 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR, 1BA | $1.18 |
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Best Local Schools in Donnellson, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Donnellson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Donnellson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Donnellson is at Macomb Rentals listed at $390.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Donnellson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Donnellson Apartment is $510 at Macomb Rentals.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Donnellson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Donnellson is starting from $450 at Macomb Rentals.
What is the most affordable Donnellson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Donnellson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Creekside Park and starts from $1,029.
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