
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elkader, IA (39 Rentals)


Union at North Crossing

Applegate I

Grand Crossing

Edgemont Park Apartments

PDC Eco Cottages

Applegate II

The Landings on Cedar Cross

799 Main St
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Union at the Marina

The Meadows Apartments

Harvest Lofts

1182 Locust St

Prairie Bluff Apartments
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Briar Grove Apartments (Building D)

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Rock Avenue Apartments

Westridge

15 E Main St

Oak Creek Woods Apartments

Prairie View Apartments

208 W Main St

120 3rd St NE
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626 University Ave

1338 Main St

308 Hill St

1745 John F Kennedy Rd

131 S Vine St

The Birch Street Apartments

College Suites Peosta

The Preserve at Crossroads

Russell Lamson
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Luther Manor at Hillcrest

124-136 Earl St

Palace Apartments
Elkader, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elkader?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkader Studio Apartments | $1,087 | $725 | $1,210 |
| Elkader 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,043 | $500 | $1,582 |
| Elkader 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $700 | $2,510 |
| Elkader 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,395 | $850 | $1,950 |
| Elkader 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $1,495 | $1,795 |
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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 15 E Main St and is 1,000 square feet priced from $650. 799 Main St has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 958 square feet and currently listed start at $1,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Elkader:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 E Main St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1,000 Sq Ft | $650 |
| 799 Main St | 1x1 | 958 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| Grand Crossing | 1 Bed - 1 Bath - Larger (1B) | 925 Sq Ft | $1,410 |
| The Landings on Cedar Cross | Unit 2 | 839 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| Prairie Bluff Apartments | 1B/1B | 762 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
| Prairie View Apartments | 32 Unit - 1 Bedroom | 748 Sq Ft | $910 |
| Maplewood Glen | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 713 Sq Ft | $833 |
| PDC Eco Cottages | 1 Bedroom 30% | 700 Sq Ft | $500 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 690 Sq Ft | $850 |
| Edgemont Park Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment With Poolside Balcony At ... | 675 Sq Ft | $915 |
Cheapest Available Elkader and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elkader, IA is the 1 Bedroom 30% Model starting from $500 at PDC Eco Cottages . The second most affordable Elkader 1 Bedroom is the Otter Creek 1Bd Model at The Meadows Apartments starting at $620 in the Southlawn Court neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elkader is currently $1,043. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Elkader:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| PDC Eco Cottages | 1 Bedroom 30% | $500 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | $620 |
| 15 E Main St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $650 |
| Maplewood Glen | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $833 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $850 |
| Prairie View Apartments | 32 Unit - 1 Bedroom | $910 |
| Edgemont Park Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment With Poolside Balcony At ... | $915 |
| Prairie Bluff Apartments | 1B/1B | $1,000 |
| The Landings on Cedar Cross | Unit 2 | $1,100 |
| 799 Main St | 1x1 | $1,100 |
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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 PDC Eco Cottages listed at $500.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elkader Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elkader is $1,043.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elkader Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elkader is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $650 at 15 E Main St.
What is the average size for Elkader 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elkader is currently 722 sq ft.
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