Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elkader, IA from $500 (31 Rentals)

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131 S Vine St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

131 S Vine St

131 S Vine StWest Union, IA 52175
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Russell Lamson
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Russell Lamson

209 W 5th StWaterloo, IA 50701
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124 Earl St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

124 Earl St

124-136 Earl StEvansdale, IA 50707
property at 1338 Main St

$865 - $1,595

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1338 Main St

DubuqueIA52001

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3090 N Grandview Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3090 N Grandview Ave

3090 N Grandview AveDubuque, IA 52001
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Elkader, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elkader Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elkader, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 725 Duggan Dr priced from $500. Ruxton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elkader apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
725 Duggan Dr1x11BR,1BA$500
Ruxton Apartments3G3BR,2BA$525
The Birch Street Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$575
The Meadows ApartmentsOtter Creek 1Bd1BR,1BA$600
15 E Main St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$650
Prairie View Apartments32 Unit - EfficiencyStudio,1BA$725
College Suites PeostaADA/Studio Apartment Suite - Please Call to Inq...1BR,1BA$750
Penn Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$765
Oak Creek Woods Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$780
Union at North Crossing2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elkader, IA and Nearby

As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elkader area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2 BR/ 1 BA Model at 605 E 1st St in the starting from $1,140. The second greatest value Elkader apartment is the T-H Model at Ruxton Apartments starting at $1,125 with a $1.12 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elkader apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
605 E 1st St2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.00
Ruxton ApartmentsT-H3BR,2BA$1.12
15 E Main St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.65
West Brook ApartmentsBrand New 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Units at West Br...2BR,2BA$1.15
Lawler School Lofts2BR/1B2BR,1BA$1.06
Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC2 Bed Updated2BR,1BA$1.09
725 Duggan Dr1x11BR,1BA$0.67
Penn Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.14
The Meadows ApartmentsOtter Creek 1Bd1BR,1BA$1.00
The Birch Street Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elkader Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elkader Apartment is $500 at 725 Duggan Dr.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elkader is starting from $650 at The Birch Street Apartments.

What is the most affordable Elkader Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elkader Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ruxton Apartments and starts from $525.

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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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