
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Meriden, IA from $400 (43 Rentals)
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Valley Park Apartments

Lewis Hotel Apartments

Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes

Country Estates of Morningside

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Fair View by Kading

Chambers

Copper Flats
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460 2nd St NW

635 8th Ave SW

Cypress Pointe Apartments

Clifton Estates

Indian Hills

Glen Oaks by Broadmoor

East Edge Apartments

District 42 Apartments & Townhomes
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Country Club Apartments

Pearl Street

Ridge Oaks

Urbane 1220

Barrington Park by Broadmoor

Prairie Trail Village Apartments & Townhomes

Bluebird Flats

Floyd River Flats
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Avenue East

Virginia Square Apartments (100-103)

Badgerow Flats

Willow Creek Place

Dodecagon Plaza

Fonda Apartments

Woodland Park - Holstein

334 Center St
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335 Elm St

Seneca Place Apartments

Le Mars Estates

1210 26th St

2417 S St Aubin St

1312 Westgate Dr

Valley Vue Apartments

220 S Ontario St
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1601 S Alice St

2223 Douglas St

Lincoln Woods
Meriden, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Meriden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meriden Studio Apartments | $956 | $760 | $1,330 |
| Meriden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,102 | $725 | $2,300 |
| Meriden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,328 | $845 | $2,155 |
| Meriden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $1,125 | $1,975 |
| Meriden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $1,595 | $1,750 |
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Cheapest Available Meriden Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Meriden, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Seneca Place Apartments priced from $775. Lewis Hotel Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Meriden apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seneca Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Lewis Hotel Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Fair View by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Park View Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| 635 8th Ave SW | ONE BED ROOM APARTMENT | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Cypress Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $906 |
| Country Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| District 42 Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Prairie Trail Village Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meriden, IA and Nearby
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meriden area is the $1.24 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Townhome Model at Prairie Trail Village Apartments & Townhomes in the starting from $1,680. The second greatest value Meriden apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Valley Vue Apartments starting at $1,445 with a $1.19 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Meriden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Trail Village Apartments & Townhomes | 3 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Valley Vue Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Lincoln Woods | 2 Bedroom Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Floyd River Flats | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Fair View by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Indian Hills | Willow | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Avenue East | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Country Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Cypress Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Park View Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meriden Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Meriden?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Meriden is at Lewis Hotel Apartments listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Meriden Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Meriden Apartment is $775 at Seneca Place Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Meriden Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Meriden is starting from $845 at Fair View by Kading.
What is the most affordable Meriden Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Meriden Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fair View by Kading and starts from $1,245.
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