Cheap Apartments for Rent near Kensett, IA from $400 (39 Rentals)

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property at 913 Abbott St

$1,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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913 Abbott St, Unit 202

913 Abbott St
Albert LeaMN56007

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Shalom Tower II
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shalom Tower II

321 4th St NEMason City, IA 50401
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property at 108 Main St N

$550 - $630

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$630
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108 Main St N

Grand MeadowMN55936
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The Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Manor

4 3rd St NWMason City, IA 50401
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property at 207 E 4th St

$875

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$875
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$875

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

207 E 4th St

Albert LeaMN56007
property at 1506 7th St SE

$900

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$900
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$900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1506 7th St SE

AustinMN55912
property at 121 Clinton St

$900

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$900
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$900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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121 Clinton St

AustinMN55912
property at 121 Main St S

$900 - $1,150

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$900
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121 Main St S

Grand MeadowMN55936
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Grant Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Grant Village

815-843 6th St SWMason City, IA 50401
Senior Living
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property at 423 Adams Ave

$995

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$995
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$995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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423 Adams Ave

Albert LeaMN56007
property at 302 19th St NE

$1,095

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$1,095
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$1,095

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 17

302 19th St NE

AustinMN55912
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Kensett, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kensett Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kensett, IA is a Studio unit found at Key Apartments priced from $500. 18 S Adams Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kensett apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$500
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$525
Key West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$550
105 Main St S1-bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Skye Lofts Apartments1 Bedroom Unit1BR,1BA$790
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
CityView Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$865
The River Apartments & TownhomesStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$870
A-Lea ApartmentsB and C Buildings1BR,1BA$900
Bricelyn PlazaOne bedroom1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensett, IA and Nearby

As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensett area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Loft Model at Skye Lofts Apartments in the starting from $1,490. The second greatest value Kensett apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Pebble Creek Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Kensett apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Skye Lofts Apartments2 Bedroom Loft2BR,1.5BA$1.09
Pebble Creek Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms3BR,1.5BA$1.03
Northern Place ApartmentsThree Bed Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.16
The Meadows3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$1.25
UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.26
Kee Valley Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.14
CityView Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.10
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
105 Main St S1-bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensett Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kensett?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kensett is at Key Apartments listed at $500.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensett Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensett Apartment is $525 at 18 S Adams Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kensett Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensett is starting from $865 at CityView Apartments.

What is the most affordable Kensett Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kensett Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pebble Creek Apartments and starts from $1,150.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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