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Cheapest Available Ellsworth Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ellsworth, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hubbard Maple Street Apartments priced from $450. 3319 Story St in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ellsworth apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hubbard Maple Street Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$450
3319 Story St2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$725
1006 Lincoln Way2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$745

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellsworth, IA and Nearby

As of August 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ellsworth area is the $1.13 price per square foot 3 bed/ 2 bath Model at 246 N Hyland Ave in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Ellsworth apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Remodel Model at Alpine Manor Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ellsworth apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
246 N Hyland Ave3 bed/ 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.13
Alpine Manor Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Remodel3BR,2BA$1.12
Grandview Square Apartments2bed 1bth2BR,1BA$0.78
Melrose Park Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.98
1006 Lincoln Way2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.83
South View ApartmentsOutlook | Renovated2BR,1BA$1.21
The Foundry2x2 - 1 Bed Space Left!2BR,2BA$1.02
2700 Lincoln2 BEDROOM/2 BATHROOM2BR,2BA$1.05
Delaware Woods2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.18
Hubbard Maple Street Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$0.73

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ellsworth

What type of rentals are currently available in Ellsworth?

There are currently 57 Apartments for Rent in Ellsworth, IA with pricing that ranges from $375 to $2,370. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ellsworth ranging from $575 to $2,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ellsworth?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ellsworth ranges from $575 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,563.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ellsworth?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ellsworth range from $430 to $2,370, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,185 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,790 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $375.

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