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744 1st St

213 N Main St

210 N Main St

116 Shepard St

226 Hawkeye Ave
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308 S 19th St

919 6th St

215 N Main St

1422 5th Ave N

741 Westridge Rd

1120 Stafford Ave
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705 Franklin St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Dows?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dows 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,084 | $715 | $2,050 |
| Dows 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,878 | $925 | $2,500 |
| Dows 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,800 | $1,700 | $1,900 |
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Cheapest Available Dows Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dows, IA is a 1 Bed 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 $460. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dows apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shalom Tower II | Tower I Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $405 |
| Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $460 |
| Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dows, IA and Nearby
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dows area is the $0.68 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at Pheasant Run Apartments in the starting from $975. The second greatest value Dows apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Pebble Creek Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Dows apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pheasant Run Apartments | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| Pebble Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Grandview Square Apartments | 2bed 1bth | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Northridge Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Shalom Tower II | Tower II - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Furman 24th Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Dows?
There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Dows, IA with pricing that ranges from $405 to $2,500. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dows ranging from $495 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dows?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dows ranges from $495 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,234.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dows?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dows range from $850 to $2,370, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $937.
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