
Cheap Homes for Rent in Grinnell, IA from $600 (13 Rentals)
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905 N Roche St

108 Westwood Dr

604 10th St

408 E Montgomery St
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2251 Fairfax Dr

413 Jefferson St

609 Blackhawk St

707 10th Ave
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105 Duesenberg Dr

408 E 15th St

1006 West 3rd St S

905 E 8th St S
Grinnell, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Grinnell?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Grinnell 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,151 | $915 | $1,350 |
Grinnell 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,541 | $1,100 | $2,195 |
Grinnell 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,302 | $1,245 | $3,250 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Grinnell, IA
Pricing Updated: 07/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Grinnell, 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 Grinnell Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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East Gate Estates | $949 | $536 | 21 |
West Towne | $949 | $536 | 21 |
Cheapest Available Grinnell Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Grinnell, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood priced from $395. Courtyard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $572. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Grinnell apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $395 |
Courtyard Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $572 |
Hunters Run | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $605 |
The Tallcorn | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
425 McClellan St | 1Br1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grinnell, IA and Nearby
As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Grinnell area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3BR/2BA Model at Altoona Park Apartments in the in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Grinnell apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Woodland Heights starting at $945 with a $0.93 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Grinnell apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Altoona Park Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Woodland Heights | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
THE ARBORS APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Clock Tower Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom Market | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
425 McClellan St | 1Br1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Hunters Run | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Courtyard Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
The Tallcorn | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Grinnell
What type of rentals are currently available in Grinnell?
There are currently 60 Apartments for Rent in Grinnell, IA with pricing that ranges from $394 to $3,247. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Grinnell ranging from $675 to $3,250.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Grinnell?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Grinnell ranges from $675 to $3,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,338.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Grinnell?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Grinnell range from $536 to $2,955, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $2,195. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,245 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,421.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
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