
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Elma, IA (13 Rentals)
Rental terms in Elma as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Total Monthly Price
The Boulders

6 Months, 12 Months
Thunder Ridge Apartments

12 Months, 18 Months
1200 Jade Apartments

Arabella: 200 W 1st St - Cedar Falls

1 Month, 18 Months
The River Apartments & Townhomes
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9 Months, 12 Months
Key West Apartments

Briar Grove Apartments (Building D)

12 Months
Rolling Meadows Apartments

2 Months, 6 Months, 12 Months
Brentwood Estates - Furnished & Unfurnished

12 Months
Shalom Tower II

12 Months
18 S Adams Ave
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12 Months
City Center Kent Apartments
Elma, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elma Studio Apartments | $950 | $405 | $1,364 |
| Elma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,145 | $495 | $1,879 |
| Elma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $700 | $3,271 |
| Elma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,569 | $750 | $2,594 |
| Elma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $937 | $937 | $937 |
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Getting Around Elma, IA
Walk Score®
24 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Elma Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Elma?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Elma is at Arabella: 200 W 1st St - Cedar Falls listed at $1,150.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Elma Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Elma is $2,022.
What is the largest Short-term Elma Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Elma is a 1,611 square feet unit starting from $1,659 at The Boulders.
What is the average size for Elma Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Elma is currently at 553 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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