
Cheap Homes for Rent in Emerson, IA from $500 (6 Rentals)
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128 N 6th St

1523 3rd Ave
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Emerson, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Emerson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Emerson 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,346 | $750 | $2,950 |
Emerson 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,985 | $1,060 | $3,200 |
Emerson 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,565 | $1,525 | $3,200 |
Emerson 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
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Cheapest Available Emerson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Emerson, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Nottingham Court Apartments in the Papillion La Vista neighborhood priced from $660. 1010 N 16th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Emerson apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $660 |
1010 N 16th St | 1 bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Timbercrest | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerson, IA and Nearby
As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emerson area is the $1.14 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom - 1349 SF Model at The Brink at Ridgeview in the in the Papillion La Vista neighborhood starting from $1,542. The second greatest value Emerson apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at The Archive starting at $1,475 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Twin City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerson apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Brink at Ridgeview | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom - 1349 SF | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
The Archive | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Fontainebleau | 2 BDR 2 BTH | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
Sunset Hills Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
The Bluffs | Two Bedroom 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Deerfield | Two Bedroom 22A | 2BR,1.75BA | $1.26 |
Timbercrest | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
1010 N 16th St | 1 bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Emerson
What type of rentals are currently available in Emerson?
There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Emerson, IA with pricing that ranges from $565 to $4,519. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Emerson ranging from $575 to $3,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Emerson?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Emerson ranges from $575 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,940.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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