
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Garden City, IA from $460 (45 Rentals)
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Campustown

304 Welch Ave

Woodland Park - Eldora

Grandview Square Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments

1006 Lincoln Way

Mapleview Villa Apartments

East Park Village Apartments
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3500 Grand Ave

Northridge Apartments

Hyland Apartments

420 S 4th St

Timbercreek Apartments

Tiverton Court Apartments
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1108 S. 4th Street

246 Hyland

321 Stanton

Campus West

520 5th St

307 Lynn Ave

Furman 24th Street Apartments

Furman Regency Court

1005 28th St
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203 Campus

116 Shepard St

215 N Main St

919 6th St

Bergengreen Apartments

2721 Luther Dr

Ferndale Furman Apartments

1423 K Ave

4008 Ontario St
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Furman Somerset Apartments

Tall Timber Apartments

Palisades

814 Burnett Ave

Laverne Apartments

Furman Hyland Apartments

225 Hyland

Cardinal Terrace

3321 West St
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Garden City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Garden City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden City Studio Apartments | $860 | $650 | $965 |
| Garden City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $868 | $460 | $1,290 |
| Garden City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,006 | $649 | $1,735 |
| Garden City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $877 | $489 | $1,645 |
| Garden City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $588 | $499 | $825 |
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Cheapest Available Garden City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Garden City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hubbard Maple Street Apartments priced from $460. Copper Beech in the South Ames neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $499. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Garden City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $460 |
| Copper Beech | 4BR/4.5BA | 4BR,4BA | $499 |
| Campustown | 200 Stanton Ave - 4 Bed - 2 Bath - B - UF | 4BR,2BA | $524 |
| The Grove | 3BR/3BA Upgraded | 3BR,3BA | $599 |
| 304 Welch Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $635 |
| Woodland Park - Eldora | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Grandview Square Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Mapleview Villa Apartments | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| South Meadow | 1 BR 1 BA - Timber - Straight | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garden City, IA and Nearby
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Garden City area is the $0.36 price per square foot 4 Plus Bedroom/ 3 Bathroom - Lofted Model at 210 Gray - Sunset View in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $550. The second greatest value Garden City apartment is the 200 Stanton Ave - 3 Bed - 1 Bath - A - UF Model at Campustown starting at $584 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the Somerset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garden City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 210 Gray - Sunset View | 4 Plus Bedroom/ 3 Bathroom - Lofted | 4BR,3BA | $0.36 |
| Campustown | 200 Stanton Ave - 3 Bed - 1 Bath - A - UF | 3BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| Campus Flats | 3 Bed - Rent by Room | 3BR,3BA | $0.53 |
| The Lofts | 3 Person | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| The Quarters Ames | A - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.44 |
| Beach View | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| Mapleview Villa Apartments | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| The Grove | 2BR/2BA Upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| Grandview Square Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garden City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Garden City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Garden City is at 304 Welch Ave listed at $635.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Garden City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Garden City Apartment is $460 at Hubbard Maple Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Garden City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Garden City is starting from $699 at The Grove.
What is the most affordable Garden City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Garden City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Campustown and starts from $524.
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