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Brookview Terrace

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Pharaohs Valley

East Olive Apartments

Olive Terrace Apartments

Santa Barbara

Clock Tower Senior Apartments

Marshalltown Lofts

The Tallcorn
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309 N 3rd St

Marshalltown Estates

Marshalltown Senior Residences

Edgebrook Park Apartments

The Reserves at South Lake

Hubbard Maple Street Apartments

Courtyard Apartments

Woodland Park - Eldora

Grandview Square Apartments

110 N Maple St
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Pheasant Hollow Apartments

Woodland Heights

Hotel Maytag Apartments

Parkside Luxury Apartments

Hawthorne Pointe

Hunters Run

Northridge Apartments

South Meadow

SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS

Crystal Street Apartments
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THE ARBORS APARTMENTS

Walnut Creek Apartments

420 S 4th St

East Park Village Apartments

Plant 1 Lofts

Stella Townhomes

17 E Howard St

520 5th St

312 Sycamore St

210 N Main St
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Newton Park Apartments

425 McClellan St

919 6th St

215 N Main St

Grinnell Park Apartments

726 E 8th St N

700 W Ridgeway Ave

Baxter Park Apartments

Reinbeck Apartments

2109 Barr Dr
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Marshalltown, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marshalltown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshalltown Studio Apartments | $817 | $650 | $955 |
| Marshalltown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $891 | $460 | $1,225 |
| Marshalltown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $957 | $470 | $2,200 |
| Marshalltown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,008 | $465 | $1,650 |
| Marshalltown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $477 | $445 | $510 |
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Cheapest Available Marshalltown Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Marshalltown, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood priced from $395. Hubbard Maple Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $460. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Marshalltown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $395 |
| Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $460 |
| Woodland Park - Eldora | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| 110 N Maple St | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Brookview Terrace | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $701 |
| Woodland Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Parkside Luxury Apartments | S1 Ava | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Hawthorne Pointe | A1 - 40/60 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $772 |
| Grandview Square Apartments | 2bed 1bth | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marshalltown, IA and Nearby
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marshalltown area is the $1.00 price per square foot Villa Model at Walnut Pointe in the starting from $1,010. The second greatest value Marshalltown 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 Marshalltown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Pointe | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| THE ARBORS APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Grandview Square Apartments | 2bed 1bth | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| SUNDANCE MARSHALLTOWN APARTMENTS | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| The Landing Ames | B1 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| Olive Terrace Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 110 N Maple St | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
| Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.75 |
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Best Local Schools in Marshalltown, IA
J C Hoglan Elementary School
Marshalltown High School
Lenihan Intermediate School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marshalltown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marshalltown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marshalltown Apartment is $395 at The Reserves at South Lake.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Marshalltown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Marshalltown is starting from $700 at 110 N Maple St.
What is the most affordable Marshalltown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Marshalltown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Heights and starts from $820.
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