
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake Mills, IA from $400 (44 Rentals)
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Regency Apartments

Key Apartments

18 S Adams Ave

Key West Apartments

A-Lea Apartments

Flats on 21

CityView Apartments
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101 Park St N, Unit upper

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Pebble Creek Apartments

City Center Kent Apartments

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Northern Place Apartments

1200 Jade Apartments

Federal Ave Rowhomes
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The River

Kee Valley Apartments

Bricelyn Plaza

Irish Hospital Apartments

Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)

The Meadows

111 Vine Apartments

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Lincoln Apartments LLC

Webster Apartments

Clifton Apartments

Cedar View Apartments

Shalom Tower II

Burt 18-(Countryside Properties)

Meadow Bloom Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments
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The Manor

Blue Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

1506 7th St SE

Grant Village

909 E Vine St

213 13th St SW

423 Adams Ave

121 Main St S
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201 Pilgrim St

303 Chestnut St

302 19th St NE

701 Water 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 | $1,080 | $500 | $1,339 |
| Lake Mills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $200 | $1,719 |
| Lake Mills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $800 | $2,830 |
| Lake Mills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $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 Regency Apartments priced from $200. Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Mills apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regency Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $200 |
| Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 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 |
| A-Lea Apartments | B and C Buildings | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Skye Lofts Apartments | 1 Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Kee Valley Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Bricelyn Plaza | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Mills, IA and Nearby
As of July 30, 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 Bathroom Model at The Meadows starting at $1,325 with a $1.23 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 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | 2B 1011 sq. ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| South Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Northern Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Kee Valley Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Regency Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $0.35 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| A-Lea Apartments | B and C Buildings | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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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 $200 at Regency Apartments.
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 $875 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 The Meadows and starts from $1,325.
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