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1833 Curtis Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1833 Curtis Ave

1833 Curtis AveChariton, IA 50049
Corporate Housing
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The Bridges
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Bridges

1111 N 8th AveWinterset, IA 50273
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Williams Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Williams Terrace

1603 N 9th StIndianola, IA 50125
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Ellston, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ellston Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ellston, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Next Level Apartments - Easton Village in the Easton Park neighborhood priced from $695. Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ellston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Next Level Apartments - Easton VillageA11BR,1BA$695
Foxwood ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$700
Dennis Park ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$744
Indianola Park II Apartments1BR Upper1BR,1BA$750
Indianola Park Apartments1BR Upper1BR,1BA$750
Summit House Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$755
Woodland Park - Fontanelle1 BR1BR,1BA$775
Forest Cove2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$775
Deer Run ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$792
Timber Creek Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellston, IA and Nearby

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ellston area is the $1.13 price per square foot Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe Townhomes in the in the Dallas County neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Ellston apartment is the Villa Model at Osceola Heights by Kading starting at $1,050 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ellston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Platinum Pointe TownhomesPlatinum Pointe - 4 Bed4BR,3BA$1.13
Osceola Heights by KadingVilla3BR,1BA$1.04
Northern Plains by KadingCottage - 22BR,1BA$0.94
Sunset Apartments2bd, 1ba2BR,1BA$1.03
Forest Cove2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.95
Deer Run ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$0.99
Dennis Park ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$0.93
Summit House Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.95
Next Level Apartments - Easton VillageA11BR,1BA$1.07
Foxwood ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.12

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ellston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ellston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ellston is at Prairie Grass at Jordan Creek listed at $886.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ellston Apartment is $695 at Next Level Apartments - Easton Village.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ellston is starting from $744 at Dennis Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable Ellston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ellston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Next Level Apartments - Easton Village and starts from $860.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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