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145 Sugar Creek Ln

210 S Chestnut St

115 Sugar Creek Ln

1632 5th St

728 Westwinds Dr
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734 Westwinds Dr

719 Westwinds Dr

2262 Holiday Rd

2620 Westwinds Dr

2865 Spring Rose Cir

2869 Coral Ct
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Homestead?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homestead 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,561 | $1,050 | $2,250 |
| Homestead 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,990 | $1,400 | $2,650 |
| Homestead 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Homestead Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Homestead, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Goldfinch Meadows in the Cedar Hills neighborhood priced from $580. Northview Apartments in the Young's Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $755. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Homestead apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goldfinch Meadows | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $580 |
| Northview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| 3212 Wilson Ave SW | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Union at Wiley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Vive Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,096 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Homestead, IA and Nearby
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Homestead area is the $1.44 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Style B1 Model at Aster Village in the in the Old Mill Creek neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Homestead apartment is the The Avenue Model at The Avenue starting at $1,278 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Homestead apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aster Village | 2 Bedroom Style B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| The Avenue | The Avenue | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Penn Street Place | Corner Windows | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Union at Wiley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 3212 Wilson Ave SW | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Vive Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Northview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Goldfinch Meadows | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Homestead?
There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Homestead, IA with pricing that ranges from $425 to $3,622. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Homestead ranging from $965 to $2,650.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Homestead?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Homestead ranges from $965 to $2,650 with an average monthly rent of $1,735.
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.