
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Martensdale, IA (39 Rentals)


335 Iowa Ave

185 Iowa Ave

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

Picket Fence Community

Park Avenue by Broadmoor

Strathmore Apartment Homes

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The Ridges

Connect55+ Indianola Senior Community 55+

Fort Des Moines
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The Middlebrook Lofts

The Hampton Meadows

Grand Valley Townhomes

Fish Creek

Legacy Landing Apartments

High Pointe

Cedarbrooke Place

Somerfield Village Center Apartments

Deer Ridge

Sunburst
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Watermark at Jordan Creek

Willow Bend

Goldbriar Chateau

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Somerset

Valley Acres Apartments

The Oaks

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Foxwood Apartments

Allure at 57

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Sunset Apartments

East Park Apartments
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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 | $894 | $650 | $1,075 |
| Martensdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,038 | $650 | $1,712 |
| Martensdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,230 | $742 | $2,632 |
| Martensdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,898 | $1,110 | $3,657 |
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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. The Ridges has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 875 square feet and currently listed start at $740. 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 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | 875 Sq Ft | $740 |
| Strathmore Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 855 Sq Ft | $999 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A 60% | 725 Sq Ft | $825 |
| Park Avenue by Broadmoor | Rockefeller | 720 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Watermark at Jordan Creek | Indigo | 703 Sq Ft | $1,199 |
| East Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 680 Sq Ft | $750 |
| The Middlebrook Lofts | 1-Bed | 640 Sq Ft | $1,275 |
| 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 March 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Martensdale, IA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $650 at Valley Acres Apartments in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. The second most affordable Martensdale 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at The Ridges starting at $740 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Martensdale is currently $1,038. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Martensdale:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $650 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | $740 |
| East Park Apartments | One Bedroom | $750 |
| The Hampton Meadows | 1 Bedroom | $750 |
| Sunburst | One Bedroom | $790 |
| Deer Ridge | 1 Bedroom | $800 |
| Somerset | A1 | $807 |
| Willow Bend | 1 Bedroom | $810 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A 60% | $825 |
| Cedarbrooke Place | A2 - Income Restricted | $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 $1,038.
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 707 sq ft.
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