
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ely, IA (41 Rentals)


The Retreat on 6th

Loftus Apartments

The Roosevelt

Southview Apartments

The Emory North Liberty

Sinclair on 16th

Oak Hill Apartments

NewBo Ivy

Stone Ridge Apartments & Townhomes
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Vive Senior Apartments

Union at Wiley

Ashton Flats

16th Avenue Apartments

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Dows Building

Northview Apartments

Anderson Green I

1485 Meadowview Dr

138 33rd St Dr SE

245 Beaver Kreek Center

365 Beaver Kreek Center

1726 5th Ave SE
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8 Jaro Wy

1208 Ellis Blvd NW

1716 D Ave NE

1810 A Ave NE

Kingston Village Apartments

Geneva Tower

The Metropolitan - Floors 1-3

Coventry Lofts

Annex on the Square

Anderson Greene I

Miller Avenue Estates
Ely, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ely?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ely Studio Apartments | $1,162 | $705 | $1,395 |
| Ely 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,164 | $650 | $1,630 |
| Ely 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,287 | $450 | $2,772 |
| Ely 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,216 | $425 | $2,902 |
| Ely 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,577 | $1,520 | $1,635 |
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Largest Available Ely and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ely, IA is found at Loftus Apartments in the Young's Hill neighborhood and is 1,140 square feet priced from $1,630. Annex on the Square has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 762 square feet and currently listed start at $944. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Ely:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loftus Apartments | The Paramount + Den 1D (Level 3) ADA | 1,140 Sq Ft | $1,630 |
| Annex on the Square | Hertz | 762 Sq Ft | $944 |
| The Roosevelt | 1 Bedroom | 754 Sq Ft | $821 |
| Vive Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 653 Sq Ft | $1,096 |
| Southview Apartments | Southview 1 bedroom Classic | 636 Sq Ft | $650 |
| Sonoma Square | 1 Bed/1 Bath-Affordable- 60% | 629 Sq Ft | $968 |
| Geneva Tower | 1 Bedroom B-001 | 500 Sq Ft | $885 |
Cheapest Available Ely and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 10, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ely, IA is the Southview 1 bedroom Classic Model starting from $650 at Southview Apartments in the Young's Hill neighborhood. The second most affordable Ely 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at The Roosevelt starting at $806 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ely is currently $1,164. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Ely:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Southview Apartments | Southview 1 bedroom Classic | $650 |
| The Roosevelt | 1 Bedroom | $806 |
| Geneva Tower | 1 Bedroom MKT061 | $885 |
| Annex on the Square | Hertz 60% | $944 |
| Sonoma Square | 1 Bed/1 Bath-Affordable- 60% | $968 |
| Vive Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,096 |
| Loftus Apartments | The Cedar 1C (Level 3) | $1,325 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Ely Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Ely Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ely is $1,164.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Ely Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ely is a 1,140 square feet unit starting from $1,630 at Loftus Apartments.
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