
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mystic, IA from $400 (69 Rentals)
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Jefferson Building

Karlton Apartments

Biston Apartments

EMERALD HILL APARTMENTS

Country Club Estates

Next Level Apartments - Easton Village

Foxwood Apartments

Tisdale Apartments

Sunset Apartments
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The Ridges

Orchard Meadows

The Hampton Meadows

Melbourne

Northern Plains by Kading

Norwalk Meadows

Fish Creek

Dennis Park Apartments

Carlisle Park Apartments

Lyn Crossing
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Burbank Village Apartments

Prairie Meadows Apartments

Linden East Apartments

Somerset

High Pointe

Allure at 57

Cedarbrooke Place

Osceola Heights

Linden West

Lincoln Ridge by Kading
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Sunset Terrace

Brickyard Apartments

Carman Estates

2000 Meadow Ct

The Vineyards

Southern Horizon by Kading

Connect55+ Indianola Senior Community 55+

Vesta Village by Kading

2000 Meadow Ct, Unit 212

Gustin Flats
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Fairfield Park II Apartments

Louden Lofts

1833 Curtis Ave

East Park Apartments

Norwalk Park Apartments

Indianola Park II Apartments

501 S Osteopathy Ave

Southridge Senior Lofts

Flats on 5th

The Meadows
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Mystic, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mystic?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mystic Studio Apartments | $593 | $415 | $995 |
| Mystic 1 Bedroom Apartments | $840 | $445 | $1,380 |
| Mystic 2 Bedroom Apartments | $982 | $680 | $1,965 |
| Mystic 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,226 | $895 | $1,610 |
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Cheapest Available Mystic Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mystic, IA is a Studio unit found at Karlton Apartments priced from $415. Biston Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $445. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mystic apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karlton Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $415 |
| Biston Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $445 |
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Foxwood Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $716 |
| Tisdale Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $720 |
| Sunset Apartments | Studio, 1 ba | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| The Hampton Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Orchard Meadows | B1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mystic, IA and Nearby
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mystic 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 Mystic apartment is the 3 bed 2 bath Model at Sunset Terrace starting at $1,220 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Easton Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mystic 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 |
| Sunset Terrace | 3 bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Linden East Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Orchard Meadows | B1 Partially Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Tisdale Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Biston Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Karlton Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mystic Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mystic?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mystic is at Karlton Apartments listed at $415.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mystic Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mystic Apartment is $445 at Biston Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mystic Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mystic is starting from $720 at Tisdale Apartments.
What is the most affordable Mystic Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mystic Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northern Plains by Kading and starts from $925.
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