
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fort Madison, IA from $300 (44 Rentals)
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Chateau Apartments

Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments

Macomb Rentals

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Alice Place West Burlington

Smith and Royer Apartments

Lexington Concord

Louden Lofts
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1120 N 10th St, Unit 1120 N 10th St. REAR, Unit 1120 N 10th St. REAR

217 Charleston Blvd

Bel Aire Apartments

Aspen Court

MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS

PARKWAY ESTATES

Summer Street Apartments

Park Madison Apartments
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Westland Village

Caspian Village Apartments

Green Gable Cottages

Ridgebrook Apartments

Tama Too Apartments

Stonegate Village Apartments

Urbane424 Apartments

Creekside Park
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Churchill Lofts

630 N 6th St

Fairfield Park II Apartments

304 S 2nd St

201-220 Charleston Blvd

2545 N Co Rd 1740

407-407 SW 8th St

607 NE 3rd Ave
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1122 E 6th Ave

Keokuk Family Flats

804 SW 4th St

12149 DMC Hwy 99

418 N Main St

812 SW 9th St

The Burlington Apartments

601-605 W Orchard St
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Mediapolis Village

Hawthorne Townhomes

2216 Piper Pl

116 N 4th St
Fort Madison, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Madison Studio Apartments | $795 | $390 | $1,200 |
| Fort Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $823 | $510 | $1,800 |
| Fort Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,125 | $300 | $4,500 |
| Fort Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $768 | $4,900 |
| Fort Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,343 | $600 | $5,600 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Madison, IA
Pricing Updated: 04/29/2026Current apartment rentals in the Fort Madison, IA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fort Madison Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pershing Place | $950 | $600 | 2 |
Cheapest Available Fort Madison Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Madison, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $300. Macomb Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Madison apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $300 |
| Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
| Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom Side Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Summer Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Madison, IA and Nearby
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fort Madison area is the $0.85 price per square foot 3 BR / 2 BA Model at Creekside Park in the starting from $1,029. The second greatest value Fort Madison apartment is the Churchill Lofts - 214 Model at Churchill Lofts starting at $1,295 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Madison apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Park | 3 BR / 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 214 | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 311 | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.31 |
| Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 2921 Avenue L, Unit #2 | 2921 Avenue L | 2BR,1BA | $0.64 |
| School House Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Best Local Schools in Fort Madison, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Madison Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fort Madison?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fort Madison is at Macomb Rentals listed at $390.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Madison Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Madison Apartment is $510 at Macomb Rentals.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fort Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fort Madison is starting from $300 at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Fort Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fort Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments and starts from $340.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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