Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madrid, IA from $400 (30 Rentals)

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Spruce Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Spruce Pointe

126 Beedle DrAmes, IA 50014
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Granger Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Granger Lofts

2202 Broadway StGranger, IA 50109
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Boone Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Boone Park Apartments

1127 S Linn StBoone, IA 50036
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Oakwood
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood

2101 Oakwood RdAmes, IA 50014
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Lake Park Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lake Park Apartments

602 Van Dorn StPolk City, IA 50226
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Oakview Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Apartments

1429 Walton DrAmes, IA 50014
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Madrid, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Madrid Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Madrid, IA is a Studio unit found at Hickory Ridge Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood priced from $725. College Creek Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $755. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madrid apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bathStudio,1BA$725
College Creek Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$755
Boone Park Apartments1BR Upper1BR,1BA$760
Wyndsor TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$765
Lake Park Apartments1BR Ground1BR,1BA$805
West Field Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$890
SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$895
Destination 141Apartment - StudioStudio,1BA$895
Park Place Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$895
Haven ApartmentsElm1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madrid, IA and Nearby

As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madrid area is the $0.92 price per square foot 3 Beds / 2 Baths Model at 802 Dickinson Ave in the in the Fountainview neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Madrid apartment is the 4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Model at Tripp Street Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Fountainview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Madrid apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
802 Dickinson Ave3 Beds / 2 Baths3BR,2BA$0.92
Tripp Street Apartments4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$0.96
The Madison3x3 Unfurnished3BR,3BA$0.48
Anna's Grove by KadingVilla3BR,1BA$0.97
Villas at DeerwoodVilla3BR,1BA$0.97
Saylorville LakesideB3 - Sandpiper2BR,2BA$1.09
The Social West Ames®Davie - Station2BR,1BA$0.71
The Heights at Lincoln Swing#204 (3B)3BR,2BA$1.15
SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.08
Point at AmesFrisco A2BR,2BA$1.10

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Madrid Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Madrid?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Madrid is at Hickory Ridge Apartments listed at $725.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madrid Apartment is $755 at College Creek Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Madrid is starting from $860 at Boone Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable Madrid Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Madrid Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Anna's Grove by Kading and starts from $975.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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