Cheap Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, IA from $400 (64 Rentals)

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Villas at Fox Pointe
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Villas at Fox Pointe

1801 Madelyn DrKnoxville, IA 50138
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Madison Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Madison Heights

2000 W Madison StKnoxville, IA 50138
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Century Hall
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Century Hall

124 S 2nd StKnoxville, IA 50138

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17 E Howard St
1 Bedroom Apartments

17 E Howard St

17 E Howard StColfax, IA 50054
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Newton Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newton Park Apartments

1425 N 11th Ave ENewton, IA 50208
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1833 Curtis Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1833 Curtis Ave

1833 Curtis AveChariton, IA 50049
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Indianola Park 1
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Indianola Park 1

902 N 14th StIndianola, IA 50125
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Knoxville, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Knoxville Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Knoxville, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at 110 N Maple St priced from $700. Hotel Maytag Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Knoxville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
110 N Maple St2-bedroom2BR,1BA$700
Hotel Maytag Apartments1 bedroom A1BR,1BA$725
Foxwood ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$798
Southtown ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$803
409 4th St NE2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$810
Woodland Heights3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$820
Dennis Park ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$835
Canterbury ParkTwo Bedroom-One and One Half Bath2BR,1BA$845
Next Level Apartments - Easton VillageB12BR,1BA$845
Carlisle Park Apartments2BR Upper2BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, IA and Nearby

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Knoxville area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 bed 2 bath Model at Sunset Terrace in the in the Easton Park neighborhood starting from $1,220. The second greatest value Knoxville apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows starting at $995 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Somerset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Knoxville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sunset Terrace3 bed 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.00
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.95
Madison Heights3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$0.96
Linden East ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.00
Southtown ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$0.94
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.97
Foxwood ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$0.98
Hotel Maytag Apartments1 bedroom A1BR,1BA$0.90
110 N Maple St2-bedroom2BR,1BA$0.88
Woodland Heights2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Knoxville Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Knoxville Apartment is $725 at Hotel Maytag Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Knoxville is starting from $700 at 110 N Maple St.

What is the most affordable Knoxville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Knoxville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Heights and starts from $820.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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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.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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