
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake Mills, IA from $400 (46 Rentals)
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18 S Adams Ave

Key West Apartments

A-Lea Apartments

CityView Apartments

Flats on 21

Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments

101 Park St N, Unit upper

Skye Lofts Apartments
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Pebble Creek Apartments

City Center Kent Apartments

The River Apartments & Townhomes

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Northern Place Apartments

1200 Jade Apartments

Federal Ave Rowhomes

Bricelyn Plaza

Kee Valley Apartments

Irish Hospital Apartments
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Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)

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Radel Court

The Meadows

111 Vine Apartments

The Delaware - Luxury Apartment's in Mason City!

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Lincoln Apartments LLC

Webster Apartments

Clifton Apartments

913 Abbott St, Unit 202
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Shalom Tower II

Country Side

Meadow Bloom Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments

2310 1st Ave S

The Manor

702 E Main St

207 E 4th St

Blue Ridge Apartments & Townhomes
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121 Clinton St

1506 7th St SE

Grant Village

909 E Vine St

262 S Pearl St

1203 11th St NW

201 Pilgrim St

303 Chestnut St

1102 3rd St NW
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1102 3rd St NW

240 E Rice St
Lake Mills, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Mills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Mills Studio Apartments | $1,057 | $500 | $1,389 |
| Lake Mills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $525 | $1,719 |
| Lake Mills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $800 | $2,830 |
| Lake Mills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $935 | $2,509 |
| Lake Mills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $937 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Mills Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Mills, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Country Side priced from $425. Key Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Mills apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Side | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $425 |
| Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| CityView Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Northern Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $860 |
| The River Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $865 |
| Bricelyn Plaza | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| A-Lea Apartments | B and C Buildings | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Mills, IA and Nearby
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Mills 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 Lake Mills 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 Lake Mills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skye Lofts Apartments | 2 Bedroom Loft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Pebble Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| South Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Kee Valley Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| CityView Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 08 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Meadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Northern Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Mills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Mills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Mills is at Key Apartments listed at $500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Mills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Mills Apartment is $425 at Country Side.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Mills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Mills is starting from $860 at Northern Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lake Mills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Mills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pebble Creek Apartments and starts from $1,150.
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