Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lacona, IA from $500 (25 Rentals)

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Southridge Senior Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts

695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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BNL Investments
2 Bedroom Apartments

BNL Investments

5201 S Union StDes Moines, IA 50315

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Lacona, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lacona Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lacona, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood priced from $629. Melbourne in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $639. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lacona apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Foxwood ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$629
MelbourneB3 - 40 - Income Restricted2BR,2BA$639
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
East Park Apartments1/2 Story Down2BR,1BA$750
The RidgesA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lacona, IA and Nearby

As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lacona area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Lacona apartment is the Sign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free! Model at Lincoln Ridge by Kading starting at $1,150 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Easton Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lacona apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Lincoln Ridge by KadingSign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free!3BR,1BA$1.14
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
Cedarbrooke PlaceB12BR,2BA$1.09
Linden East ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.00
McKinley Apartments2BD/1.5BA2BR,2BA$0.99
Next Level Apartments - Deer RunB12BR,1BA$1.03
Willow Bend1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Foxwood ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.01

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Getting Around Lacona, IA

Walk Score®

7 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

17 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lacona Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lacona Apartment is $629 at Foxwood Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lacona is starting from $638 at Foxwood Apartments.

What is the most affordable Lacona Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lacona Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows and starts from $950.

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