
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Martensdale, IA (40 Rentals)


335 Iowa Ave

185 Iowa Ave

Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes

Picket Fence Community

Park Avenue by Broadmoor

Strathmore Apartment Homes

The Ridges
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The Hampton Meadows

Fish Creek

The Oaks

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Watermark at Jordan Creek

Goldbriar Chateau

Somerfield Village Center Apartments

Deer Ridge

Sunburst

Willow Bend
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Somerset

Valley Acres Apartments

Allure at 57

Foxwood Apartments

Sunset Apartments

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1211 Lewis Ave

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Stanton Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts

Flats on 5th

Indianola Park 1

Williams Terrace
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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 | $846 | $650 | $1,075 |
| Martensdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,024 | $650 | $1,731 |
| Martensdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,279 | $775 | $2,771 |
| Martensdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $1,150 | $3,512 |
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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 $875. Strathmore Apartment Homes in the Southwoods neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 842 square feet and currently listed start at $1,277. 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 | $875 |
| Strathmore Apartment Homes | One Bedroom End | 842 Sq Ft | $1,277 |
| High Pointe | Tahoe | 733 Sq Ft | $881 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A MKT | 725 Sq Ft | $825 |
| Park Avenue by Broadmoor | Rockefeller | 720 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Watermark at Jordan Creek | Blue Stem | 663 Sq Ft | $1,217 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 650 Sq Ft | $650 |
| Deer Ridge | 1 Bedroom | 648 Sq Ft | $800 |
| 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 May 08, 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 A1 Model at Foxwood Apartments starting at $722 in the Easton Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Martensdale is currently $1,024. 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 |
| Foxwood Apartments | A1 | $722 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | $740 |
| The Hampton Meadows | 1 Bedroom | $750 |
| Deer Ridge | 1 Bedroom | $800 |
| Willow Bend | 1 Bedroom | $810 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A 60% | $825 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | $850 |
| Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment Homes | A1Uwv | $855 |
| The Oaks | 1/1 Renovated | $875 |
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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 $1,024.
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 $875 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 724 sq ft.
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