
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Meriden, IA from $725 (45 Rentals)
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District 42 Apartments & Townhomes

Valley Park Apartments

Windcrest Village I & II

Lewis Hotel Apartments

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Fair View by Kading

Chambers

East Edge Apartments

Country Estates of Morningside
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635 8th Ave SW

1801 19th St

Cypress Pointe Apartments

Clifton Estates

Indian Hills

Glen Oaks by Broadmoor

Urbane 1220

The Banks Apartments

Country Club Apartments
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Pearl Street

Prairie Trail Village

Ridge Oaks

Barrington Park by Broadmoor

Copper Flats

Woodland Hills

Avenue East

Floyd River Flats

Benson Lofts
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Virginia Square Apartments (100-103)

The Bluebird Flats

Badgerow Flats

Willow Creek Place

Dodecagon Plaza

509 S Railroad Ave

334 Center St

Fonda Apartments

Woodland Park - Holstein
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122 E Pleasant St

Seneca Place Apartments

421 Prentis Ave

Le Mars Estates

Lincoln Woods

Valley Vue Apartments

1601 S Alice St

2734 Virginia St

402 Main,
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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 | $959 | $760 | $1,330 |
| Meriden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,106 | $725 | $2,300 |
| Meriden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $845 | $1,915 |
| Meriden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,511 | $1,120 | $1,960 |
| Meriden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $1,585 | $1,585 |
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Cheapest Available Meriden Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Meriden, IA is a Studio unit found at District 42 Apartments & Townhomes priced from $765. Seneca Place Apartments 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 Meriden apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| District 42 Apartments & Townhomes | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| Seneca Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Lewis Hotel Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Fair View by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Chambers | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| East Edge Apartments | Woodbury | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 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 |
| Urbane 1220 | Acadian | Studio,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meriden, IA and Nearby
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meriden area is the $1.01 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Updated Model at Lincoln Woods in the starting from $1,215. The second greatest value Meriden apartment is the Evergreen Model at Ridge Oaks starting at $1,100 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Woods | 3 Bedroom Updated | 3BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Ridge Oaks | Evergreen | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Floyd River Flats | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| The Bluebird Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Fair View by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Valley Vue Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Country Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Chambers | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 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 District 42 Apartments & Townhomes listed at $765.
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 Seneca Place Apartments and starts from $975.
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