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11Fifty on Olson
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$1,085 - $2,128
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$1,072 - $2,115
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$13
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$1,085 - $2,128
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

11Fifty on Olson

1150 SE Olson DrWaukee, IA 50263
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Sunrise Meadows
Rent Specials
$1,125 - $1,570
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$1,022 - $1,467
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$103
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$1,125 - $1,570
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Sunrise Meadows

220 NE Dartmoor DrWaukee, IA 50263
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Stratford Pointe
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$1,149 - $1,549
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$1,064 - $1,464
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$85
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$1,149 - $1,549
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Stratford Pointe

191 NW Lexington DrWaukee, IA 50263
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2902 Iowa St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

2902 Iowa St

2902 Iowa StPerry, IA 50220
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The Bridges
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Bridges

1111 N 8th AveWinterset, IA 50273
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800 State Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

800 State Street

800 State StGuthrie Center, IA 50115

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Perry Townhomes
3 Bedroom Apartments

Perry Townhomes

2018 Otley AvePerry, IA 50220

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Menlo, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Menlo Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Menlo, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodland Park - Adair priced from $600. Woodland Park - Fontanelle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Menlo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland Park - Adair1 BR1BR,1BA$600
Woodland Park - Fontanelle1 BR1BR,1BA$775
SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$800
Brick Towne at Prairie CrossingMicroStudio,1BA$825
Adel Village Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments2 bed2BR,1BA$855
800 State Street2/12BR,1BA$875
The Commons at Greenway ParkFlat Style 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Accessible1BR,1BA$900
William Pointe by KadingVilla3BR,1BA$920
Windfield West2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Menlo, IA and Nearby

As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Menlo area is the $1.11 price per square foot B2 - Barbados Model at Sunrise Meadows in the in the Glynn Village neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Menlo apartment is the Villa Model at William Pointe by Kading starting at $920 with a $0.91 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Menlo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sunrise MeadowsB2 - Barbados2BR,2BA$1.11
William Pointe by KadingVilla3BR,1BA$0.91
Cherry CreekMove in special ending soon. Rent your home tod...3BR,1BA$0.99
Alice PatriciaBanks2BR,2BA$1.24
Windfield West2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments2 bed2BR,1BA$0.99
SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.23
Country Court Apartments - Waukee2brtotalremodelcornerS2BR,1BA$1.24
800 State Street2/12BR,1BA$1.18
Woodland Park - Adair1 BR1BR,1BA$0.92

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Menlo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Menlo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Menlo is at Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing listed at $825.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Menlo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Menlo Apartment is $600 at Woodland Park - Adair.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Menlo Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Menlo is starting from $850 at Woodland Park - Fontanelle.

What is the most affordable Menlo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Menlo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at William Pointe by Kading and starts from $920.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.