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Grinnell, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Grinnell, IA

Pricing Updated: 07/25/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East Gate Estates$949$53621
West Towne$949$53621

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B1BR,1BA$395
Courtyard ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$572
Hunters RunA21BR,1BA$605
The Tallcorn1 bedroom, 1 bath1BR,1BA$620
425 McClellan St1Br1Ba1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Altoona Park Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.05
Woodland Heights3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.93
THE ARBORS APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.83
Clock Tower Senior Apartments2 Bedroom Market2BR,2BA$1.03
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.02
425 McClellan St1Br1Ba1BR,1BA$0.90
Hunters RunA21BR,1BA$0.86
Courtyard ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$0.88
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B1BR,1BA$0.61
The Tallcorn1 bedroom, 1 bath1BR,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

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.