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906 10th St SECedar Rapids, IA 52401
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Ely, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ely?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ely Studio Apartments | $890 | $690 | $1,395 |
| Ely 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,039 | $470 | $1,479 |
| Ely 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $450 | $3,097 |
| Ely 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,406 | $425 | $3,249 |
| Ely 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,625 | $2,625 | $2,625 |
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Cheapest Available Ely Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Ely, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1810 A Ave NE in the Mound View neighborhood priced from $595. Southview Apartments in the Young's Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ely apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 1810 A Ave NE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Southview Apartments | Southview 1 bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Harris Oak Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Oak Hill Jackson Brickstones | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| North Ridge | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ely, IA and Nearby
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ely area is the $0.90 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Anderson Greene I in the in the Lincolnway Village neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Ely apartment is the The Benton Model at Ashton Flats starting at $1,095 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Young's Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ely apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Anderson Greene I | 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Ashton Flats | The Benton | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Harris Oak Hill Apartments | 2 Bedroom Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Wheatland Condos | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Westcove | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| C Street Townhomes | 2 bedrrom -side by side townhome | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| North Ridge | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 1716 D Ave NE | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Oak Hill Jackson Brickstones | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 1810 A Ave NE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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29 / 100
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Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ely Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ely?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ely is at Geneva Tower listed at $770.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ely Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ely Apartment is $595 at 1810 A Ave NE.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ely Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ely is starting from $725 at North Ridge.
What is the most affordable Ely Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ely Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Union at Wiley and starts from $1,125.
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