
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Martensdale, IA (41 Rentals)


335 Iowa Ave

185 Iowa Ave

Strathmore Apartment Homes

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

Picket Fence Community

Park Avenue by Broadmoor

The Ridges

Connect55+ Indianola Senior Community 55+

Finn Apartments
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Fort Des Moines

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The Hampton Meadows

The Oaks

Fish Creek

High Pointe

Legacy Landing Apartments

Cedarbrooke Place

Somerfield Village Center Apartments

Sunburst
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Willow Bend

Watermark at Jordan Creek

Somerset

Deer Ridge

Goldbriar Chateau

Lyn Crossing

Flats on 5th

Valley Acres Apartments

Sunset Apartments

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Indianola Park Apartments

East Park Apartments

Foxwood Apartments

Next Level Apartments - Easton Village

907 Leach Ave

Southern Park Apartments

Norwalk Park Apartments

Iowa Stanton LLC

Southridge Senior Lofts

Indianola Park II Apartments

Williams Terrace
Martensdale, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Martensdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martensdale Studio Apartments | $775 | $775 | $775 |
| Martensdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $990 | $616 | $1,569 |
| Martensdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $600 | $2,355 |
| Martensdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,532 | $864 | $2,388 |
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Largest Available Martensdale and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Martensdale, IA is found at Willow Bend in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood and is 920 square feet priced from $890. Strathmore Apartment Homes in the Southwoods neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 740 square feet and currently listed start at $1,046. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Martensdale:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Bend | 2 Bedroom | 920 Sq Ft | $890 |
| Strathmore Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 740 Sq Ft | $1,046 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A 60% | 725 Sq Ft | $825 |
| The Middlebrook Lofts | 1-Bed | 721 Sq Ft | $1,275 |
| Park Avenue by Broadmoor | Rockefeller | 720 Sq Ft | $1,040 |
| Watermark at Jordan Creek | Indigo | 703 Sq Ft | $1,099 |
| East Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 680 Sq Ft | $790 |
| Finn Apartments | fin-1p | 677 Sq Ft | $925 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | 626 Sq Ft | $850 |
| Connect55+ Indianola Senior Community 55+ | 1 BR 1 BA | 625 Sq Ft | $1,235 |
Cheapest Available Martensdale and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 06, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Martensdale, IA is the A2 Model starting from $616 at Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Martensdale 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Valley Acres Apartments starting at $650 in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Martensdale is currently $990. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Martensdale:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Foxwood Apartments | A2 | $616 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $650 |
| Goldbriar Chateau | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $650 |
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | A1 | $653 |
| The Oaks | 1BR/1.0BA | $700 |
| The Hampton Meadows | A1 - Renovated | $750 |
| The Ridges | A1 - Renovated | $775 |
| East Park Apartments | One Bedroom | $790 |
| Deer Ridge | 1 Bedroom | $800 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A 60% | $825 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Martensdale Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Martensdale Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Martensdale is $990.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Martensdale Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Martensdale is a 920 square feet unit starting from $890 at Willow Bend.
What is the average size for Martensdale 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Martensdale is currently 572 sq ft.
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