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919 6th St

215 N Main St

726 E 8th St N
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1022 1st Ave W

711 NE 7th St

2251 Fairfax Dr

303 S 4th St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Laurel?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,317 | $750 | $1,950 |
| Laurel 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,984 | $1,445 | $2,950 |
| Laurel 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,350 | $1,500 | $2,995 |
| Laurel 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,595 | $3,595 | $3,595 |
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Cheapest Available Laurel Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Laurel, 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 Laurel apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 N Maple St | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Hunters Run | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laurel, IA and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Laurel area is the $0.78 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Large Model at THE ARBORS APARTMENTS in the in the East Gate Estates neighborhood starting from $859. The second greatest value Laurel apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Altoona Park Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Laurel apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ARBORS APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Large | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Altoona Park Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| SUNDANCE MARSHALLTOWN APARTMENTS | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Southtown Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Hunters Run | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Olive Terrace Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Pharaohs Valley | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 110 N Maple St | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Woodland Heights | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Laurel?
There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Laurel, IA with pricing that ranges from $395 to $2,476. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Laurel ranging from $650 to $3,595.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Laurel?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Laurel ranges from $650 to $3,595 with an average monthly rent of $2,022.
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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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.

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.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.