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124 S 2nd St

116 Harbet Ave NW

108 Westwood Dr
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400 Stephans St

604 10th St

445 Kimberlite St

908 E Anson St
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105 Duesenberg Dr
Malcom, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Malcom?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Malcom 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,160 | $725 | $1,850 |
Malcom 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,692 | $1,100 | $2,550 |
Malcom 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,100 | $1,300 | $3,950 |
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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. The Tallcorn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $505. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Malcom apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $395 |
The Tallcorn | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $505 |
Hunters Run | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $553 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malcom, IA and Nearby
As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Malcom area is the $0.97 price per square foot B3 Model at Southern Hills in the starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Malcom apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at THE ARBORS APARTMENTS starting at $825 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the East Gate Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Malcom apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Southern Hills | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
THE ARBORS APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Hotel Maytag Apartments | 2 bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
Marshalltown Estates | Unit 35 | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
Raintree Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
Pheasant Run Apartments | The Hummingbird | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Hunters Run | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
The Tallcorn | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Malcom
What type of rentals are currently available in Malcom?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Malcom, IA with pricing that ranges from $394 to $3,263. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Malcom ranging from $675 to $3,950.
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 $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,445.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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