1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elkader, IA (31 Rentals)

Park Avenue Lofts

The Grand Crossing

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7 6th St SE

117 6th Ave SW

642 Arlington St

2085 W 3rd St

1338 Main St

2696 Roosevelt St

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Elkader, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elkader?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elkader Studio Apartments | $976 | $675 | $1,300 |
Elkader 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,052 | $550 | $1,800 |
Elkader 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,233 | $675 | $2,500 |
Elkader 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $600 | $1,900 |
Elkader 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $1,495 | $2,000 |
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Largest Available Elkader and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elkader, IA is found at The Grand Crossing in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood and is 820 square feet priced from $1,300. Applegate I has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 819 square feet and currently listed start at $1,459. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Elkader:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Grand Crossing | Furnished Loft @ Grand Crossing | 820 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
Applegate I | G | 819 Sq Ft | $1,459 |
Prairie Bluff Apartments | 1B/1B | 762 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
Palace Apartments | Palace Apartments - One Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $1,270 |
Prairie View Apartments | 32 Unit - 1 Bedroom | 748 Sq Ft | $880 |
Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 690 Sq Ft | $900 |
Edgemont Park Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment With Poolside Balcony At ... | 675 Sq Ft | $885 |
Park Avenue Lofts | Mezzanine Loft - AVAILABLE NOW! | 649 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
Art Bloc | 1A | 534 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
Russell Lamson | One Bedroom | 478 Sq Ft | $800 |
Cheapest Available Elkader and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 07, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elkader, IA is the 202 Model starting from $550 at 131 S Vine St . The second most affordable Elkader 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at The Birch Street Apartments starting at $575 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elkader is currently $1,052. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Elkader:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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131 S Vine St | 202 | $550 |
The Birch Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $575 |
College Suites Peosta | ADA/Studio Apartment Suite - SOLD OUT for Fall ... | $750 |
Russell Lamson | One Bedroom | $800 |
Washington Place | J | $865 |
Prairie View Apartments | 32 Unit - 1 Bedroom | $880 |
Edgemont Park Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment With Balcony At Top Rated... | $885 |
Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $900 |
Prairie Bluff Apartments | 1B/1B | $1,000 |
Park Avenue Lofts | Studio - AVAILABLE NOW! | $1,150 |
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Getting Around Elkader, IA
Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
25 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Elkader Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Elkader with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Elkader is at 131 S Vine St listed at $550.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elkader Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elkader is $1,052.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elkader Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elkader is a 820 square feet unit starting from $1,300 at The Grand Crossing.
What is the average size for Elkader 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elkader is currently 1,095 sq ft.
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