
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kelley, IA from $400 (44 Rentals)
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Townhomes at Creekside

Hickory Ridge Apartments

Gateway

Furman Western Hills

The Ridge Apartments

West Towne

West Village Apartments
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Crystal Street Apartments

Fountainview

Wessex Apartments

Fountain View Apartments

Laverne Apartments

Brick Towne Ames

1209 Mayfield Dr

Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.
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West Ridge Apartments

802 Dickinson Ave

The Catalyst

Arbor Hills

Village Park

307 Lynn Ave

505 1/2 11th St

304 Welch Ave
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Spruce Pointe

Oakwood

238 Village Dr

2644 Hunt St

Windsor Pointe

4008 Ontario St

Oakview Apartments

Cardinal Terrace
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912 Grand Ave

4510 Twain Cir

4511 Twain Cir

435 Hawthorne Ave

839-841 Dickinson Ave

325 Welch Ave

Bramble Oak Apartments

426 Jeffrey Ln
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4549 Steinbeck St

2041 Cottonwood Rd

4536 Twain Circle

3226 West St
Kelley, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kelley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kelley Studio Apartments | $821 | $675 | $955 |
| Kelley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $955 | $800 | $1,320 |
| Kelley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $996 | $509 | $1,700 |
| Kelley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $823 | $459 | $1,701 |
| Kelley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $784 | $429 | $1,900 |
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Cheapest Available Kelley Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kelley, IA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Grove in the Grand Junction neighborhood priced from $610. Copper Beech in the South Ames neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $660. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kelley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove | 3BR/3BA Upgraded | 3BR,3BA | $610 |
| Copper Beech | 3BR/3BA | 3BR,3BA | $660 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 0 bed, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Fountainview | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Windsor Pointe | Birch 60% | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Fountain View Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| Furman Western Hills | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $955 |
| 1209 Mayfield Dr | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,050 |
| The Catalyst | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kelley, IA and Nearby
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kelley area is the $0.58 price per square foot Boulder B Model at Point at Ames in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $790. The second greatest value Kelley apartment is the 4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Model at Tripp Street Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Fountainview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kelley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point at Ames | Boulder B | 4BR,4BA | $0.58 |
| Tripp Street Apartments | 4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| The Grove | 3BR/3BA | 3BR,3BA | $0.50 |
| The Madison | 3x3 Unfurnished | 3BR,3BA | $0.49 |
| Fountainview | 2 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Furman Western Hills | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| 1209 Mayfield Dr | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| The Landing Ames | B1 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| The Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kelley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kelley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kelley Apartment is $869 at Hickory Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kelley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kelley is starting from $800 at Copper Beech.
What is the most affordable Kelley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kelley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Grove and starts from $610.
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