
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Meriden, IA from $400 (42 Rentals)
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Valley Park Apartments

Windcrest Village I & II

Lewis Hotel Apartments

Country Estates of Morningside

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Fair View by Kading

Chambers

635 8th Ave SW
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Indian Hills

Glen Oaks by Broadmoor

Urbane 1220

Country Club Apartments

District 42 Apartments & Townhomes
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Pearl Street

Floyd River Flats

Ridge Oaks

Barrington Park by Broadmoor

Badgerow Flats

Avenue East

Prairie Trail Village

Virginia Square Apartments (100-103)
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Copper Flats

The Bluebird Flats

Willow Creek Place

Dodecagon Plaza

507 S Railroad Ave

334 Center St

335 Elm St

Fonda Apartments
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Woodland Park - Holstein

Seneca Place Apartments

Le Mars Estates

835 Pleasant St

404 E 4th St

Valley Vue Apartments

204 Buena Vista St

1601 S Alice St
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2223 Douglas St

1815 Virginia St
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 | $957 | $765 | $1,330 |
| Meriden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,139 | $725 | $2,300 |
| Meriden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $845 | $2,155 |
| Meriden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,427 | $1,120 | $1,995 |
| Meriden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,580 | $1,580 | $1,580 |
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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 |
| 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 |
| District 42 Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $965 |
| Ridge Oaks | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Floyd River Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Badgerow Flats | Denver | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meriden, IA and Nearby
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meriden area is the $1.20 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Valley Vue Apartments in the starting from $1,459. The second greatest value Meriden apartment is the 3 Bedroom Updated Model at Lincoln Woods starting at $1,245 with a $1.04 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Vue Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Lincoln Woods | 3 Bedroom Updated | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Windcrest Village I & II | 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| East High Lofts | B9 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Copper Flats | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Fair View by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Floyd River Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Avenue East | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 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 Lincoln Woods and starts from $1,245.
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