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Monona, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Monona Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Monona, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Main Street Apartments priced from $525. Ruxton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monona apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Main Street Apartments2x2-SS-H2BR,2BA$525
Ruxton Apartments3B3BR,2BA$600
College Suites Peosta3 Bedroom Apartment NOW Available - Price Per B...3BR,2BA$625
The Meadows ApartmentsQuads 2Bd2BR,1BA$700
Prairie View Apartments32 Unit - EfficiencyStudio,1BA$705

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monona, IA and Nearby

As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monona area is the $0.86 price per square foot 3x2 Model at 1182 Locust St in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Monona apartment is the 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Model at Penn Place Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $0.93 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Monona apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1182 Locust St3x23BR,2BA$0.86
Penn Place Apartments3 Bedroom/2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.93
PDC Eco Cottages3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.02
WEDGEWOOD COMMONS3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.99
Riverview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
Newman Heights4-Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.56
Lawler School Lofts2BR/1B2BR,1BA$1.06
Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICCWild Grove Apartments2BR,1BA$1.09
The Meadows ApartmentsMeadows 2Bd2BR,1BA$0.92
Main Street Apartments1X1-V1BR,1BA$1.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about Monona

What type of rentals are currently available in Monona?

There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Monona, IA with pricing that ranges from $407 to $2,516. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monona ranging from $500 to $2,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Monona?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Monona ranges from $500 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,496.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Monona?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Monona range from $537 to $1,725, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $875 to $1,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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