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Malcom, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Malcom Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Malcom, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood priced from $395. Shamrock Apartments in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $555. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Malcom apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B1BR,1BA$395
Shamrock ApartmentsShamrock small 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$555
The Tallcorn1 bedroom, 1 bath1BR,1BA$620

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malcom, IA and Nearby

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Malcom area is the $0.83 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at THE ARBORS APARTMENTS in the in the East Gate Estates neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Malcom apartment is the 2 Bedroom Market Model at Clock Tower Senior Apartments starting at $1,007 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Malcom apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
THE ARBORS APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.83
Clock Tower Senior Apartments2 Bedroom Market2BR,2BA$1.03
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.02
Raintree Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
Orchard Lane ApartmentsB1 Partially Renovated2BR,1BA$1.08
Hunters RunB22BR,1BA$0.82
Woodland Heights2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
Shamrock ApartmentsArrowridge small 2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B1BR,1BA$0.61
The Tallcorn1 bedroom, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.02

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Frequently Asked Questions about Malcom

What type of rentals are currently available in Malcom?

There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Malcom, IA with pricing that ranges from $394 to $2,993. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Malcom ranging from $675 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Malcom?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Malcom ranges from $675 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,684.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Malcom?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Malcom range from $536 to $1,227, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,245 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,421.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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