
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fort Atkinson, IA from $300 (16 Rentals)
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The Meadows Apartments

Russell Lamson

228 Spaces

Brentwood Estates Apartments
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102 South St

131 S Vine St

235 Madison St

128 Lafayette St

5900 Osage Rd
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307 Riehl St

1224-1282 W Mullan Ave

124-136 Earl St

2001 City View St

1637 Carriage Hill Dr
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Fort Atkinson, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Atkinson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Atkinson Studio Apartments | $1,056 | $695 | $1,195 |
| Fort Atkinson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,163 | $500 | $1,570 |
| Fort Atkinson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,294 | $700 | $1,800 |
| Fort Atkinson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,406 | $850 | $1,950 |
| Fort Atkinson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $1,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Fort Atkinson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Atkinson, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $350. The Meadows Apartments in the Southlawn Court neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $620. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Atkinson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $350 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
| Russell Lamson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (June & Aug '25) | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Atkinson, IA and Nearby
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fort Atkinson area is the $1.23 price per square foot Palace Apartments - Two Bedrooms Model at Palace Apartments in the starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Fort Atkinson apartment is the 3BR/2B Model at Lawler School Lofts starting at $1,017 with a $0.85 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Atkinson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palace Apartments | Palace Apartments - Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Lawler School Lofts | 3BR/2B | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Riverwalk Residences | 1st Month Free | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments | 3 bedroom/2bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| The Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (June & Aug '25) | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Atkinson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fort Atkinson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fort Atkinson is at Russell Lamson listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Atkinson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Atkinson Apartment is $620 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fort Atkinson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fort Atkinson is starting from $750 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the most affordable Fort Atkinson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fort Atkinson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows Apartments and starts from $850.
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