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520 5th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

520 5th St

520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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Heartland Senior Housing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heartland Senior Housing

610 Central AveFort Dodge, IA 50501
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Furman Regency Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Furman Regency Court

3020 Regency CtAmes, IA 50010
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Woodland Park - Eldora
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Park - Eldora

2413 Edgington AveEldora, IA 50627
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919 N 29th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

919 N 29th St

919 N 29th StFort Dodge, IA 50501
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2721 Luther Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2721 Luther Dr

2721 Luther DrAmes, IA 50010

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Dows, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dows Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dows, IA is a Studio unit found at Shalom Tower II priced from $405. Hubbard Maple Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dows apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shalom Tower IITower I EfficiencyStudio,1BA$405
Hubbard Maple Street Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$450
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$450
City Center Kent ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$495
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$525
Key West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$550
Grandview Square Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$675
Melrose Park Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$705
Bergengreen Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$785
The River Apartments & TownhomesStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$835

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dows, IA and Nearby

As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dows area is the $0.70 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Pheasant Hollow Apartments in the starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Dows apartment is the 3 bedroom 2 Bath Model at Alpine Manor Apartments starting at $999 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dows apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pheasant Hollow Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.70
Alpine Manor Apartments3 bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.97
Grandview Square Apartments2bed 1bth2BR,1BA$0.78
Somerset Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
The Allure at Rivers Edge2 Bed/2bath2BR,2BA$1.23
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.74
Shalom Tower IITower II - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.70
Bergengreen Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.16
Hubbard Maple Street Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$0.73
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95

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Getting Around Dows, IA

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10 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dows Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dows?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dows is at Shalom Tower II listed at $405.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dows Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dows Apartment is $450 at Hubbard Maple Street Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dows Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dows is starting from $775 at Grandview Square Apartments.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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