
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Murray, IA from $500 (30 Rentals)
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Summit House Apartments

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Alice Place at Norwalk

Valley Acres Apartments

Country Club Estates

Northern Plains by Kading

1833 Curtis Ave
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Foxwood Apartments

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Sunset Apartments

Next Level Apartments - Easton Village

East Park Apartments

Woodland Park - Fontanelle

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Fountain Terrace

Dennis Park Apartments
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Cedarbrooke Place

Norwalk Meadows

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Deer Run Apartments

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Glenwood

Cherry Creek
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Prairie Grass at Jordan Creek

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Norwalk Park Apartments

The Bridges

Indianola Park 1

Indianola Park 2
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416 8th St

5508 SW 8th St
Murray, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Murray?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murray Studio Apartments | $976 | $575 | $1,717 |
| Murray 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,114 | $545 | $2,028 |
| Murray 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $695 | $2,632 |
| Murray 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $825 | $3,657 |
| Murray 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Murray Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Murray, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Acres Apartments in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood priced from $650. 1833 Curtis Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Murray apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| 1833 Curtis Ave | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Foxwood Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $704 |
| Sunset Apartments | Studio, 1 ba | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $742 |
| East Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $755 |
| Woodland Park - Fontanelle | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Fountain Terrace | Neptune | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Cedarbrooke Place | A2 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Murray, IA and Nearby
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Murray area is the $1.00 price per square foot Cottage - 3 Model at Vesta Village by Kading in the starting from $1,235. The second greatest value Murray apartment is the Move in special ending soon. Rent your home to... Model at Northern Plains by Kading starting at $985 with a $0.80 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Murray apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vesta Village by Kading | Cottage - 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Move in special ending soon. Rent your home to... | 3BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Linden West | 2 bed 2 bath w/out laundry | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Osceola Heights | Move in special ending soon. Rent your home tod... | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Cherry Creek | Glenwood-Hutton | 3BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Linden East Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Country Club Estates | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Murray Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Murray?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Murray is at Sunset Apartments listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Murray Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Murray Apartment is $650 at Valley Acres Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Murray Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Murray is starting from $742 at Next Level Apartments - Easton Village.
What is the most affordable Murray Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Murray Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Country Club Estates and starts from $950.
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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.