Studio Apartments for Rent in Harper, IA (7 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harper?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Harper Studio Apartments | $1,066 | $985 | $1,265 |
Harper 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,309 | $845 | $1,752 |
Harper 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $760 | $2,450 |
Harper 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $845 | $2,150 |
Harper 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,058 | $2,995 |
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Largest Available Harper and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Harper, IA is found at Ottumwa Heights Apartments and is 600 square feet . IA City Lofts in the Cottage Hill neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 582 square feet and currently listed start at $1,225. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Harper:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Ottumwa Heights Apartments | Studio | 600 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
IA City Lofts | Large Studio Units | 582 Sq Ft | $1,225 |
Aster Village | Studio C | 562 Sq Ft | $1,065 |
Cheapest Available Harper and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of May 12, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Harper, IA is the Studio/1BA 371 sq ft Model starting from $975 at River Ridge Place in the Coralview Heights neighborhood. The second most affordable Harper Studio is the Studio C Model at Aster Village starting at $1,065 in the Old Mill Creek neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Harper is currently $1,066. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Harper:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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River Ridge Place | Studio/1BA 371 sq ft | $975 |
Aster Village | Studio C | $1,065 |
IA City Lofts | Large Studio Units | $1,225 |
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Getting Around Harper, IA
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Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Harper Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Harper with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Harper is at River Ridge Place listed at $975.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Harper Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Harper is $1,066.
What is the largest available Studio Harper Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Harper is a 600 square feet unit at Ottumwa Heights Apartments.
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