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Parkview Place
$1,160 - $1,460
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$1,045 - $1,345
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Parkview Place

303 27th St SWAustin, MN 55912
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Mill on Main I & II
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$1,219 - $2,509
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Mill on Main I & II

704 1st Dr NWAustin, MN 55912
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Shalom Tower II
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Shalom Tower II

321 4th St NEMason City, IA 50401
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131 S Vine St
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131 S Vine St

131 S Vine StWest Union, IA 52175
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The Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Manor

4 3rd St NWMason City, IA 50401
Senior Living

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Grant Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Grant Village

815-843 6th St SWMason City, IA 50401
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$1,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 3

1111 4th St NW

AustinMN55912
property at 1206 10th St NE

$1,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1206 10th St NE

AustinMN55912

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Elma, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elma Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elma, IA is a Studio unit found at Key Apartments priced from $500. 18 S Adams Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elma apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$500
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$525
Key West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$550
The Meadows ApartmentsOtter Creek 1Bd1BR,1BA$620
105 Main St S1-bedroom1BR,1BA$675
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Northern Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$860
The RiverStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$865
Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)Studio - Rent Based on IncomeStudio,1BA$992
The Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elma, IA and Nearby

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elma area is the $1.19 price per square foot 2 BED 2 BATH B Model at STEWARTVILLE FLATS in the starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Elma apartment is the 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Pinnacle Villages starting at $1,730 with a $1.44 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elma apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
STEWARTVILLE FLATS2 BED 2 BATH B2BR,2BA$1.19
Pinnacle Villages3 Bed 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$1.44
Pebble Creek Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms3BR,1.5BA$1.03
Northern Place ApartmentsTwo Bed + Den2BR,1BA$1.18
Lincoln Apartments LLCApt. 082BR,1BA$1.46
The Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.40
The Meadows ApartmentsOtter Creek 1Bd1BR,1BA$1.03
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95
105 Main St S1-bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elma Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elma?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elma is at Key Apartments listed at $500.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elma Apartment is $525 at 18 S Adams Ave.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elma is starting from $750 at The Meadows Apartments.

What is the most affordable Elma Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows Apartments and starts from $850.

Expert Rental Resources

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.