Cheap Apartments for Rent in Nevada, IA from $400 (47 Rentals)

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Oak Park Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Estates

634 Academy CirNevada, IA 50201
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property at 919 6th St

$725 - $850

1 Bedroom Rentals

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919 6th St

NevadaIA50201

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520 5th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

520 5th St

520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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312 Sycamore St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

312 Sycamore St

312 Sycamore StCambridge, IA 50046
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307 Lynn Ave
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

307 Lynn Ave

307 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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Furman Regency Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Furman Regency Court

3020 Regency CtAmes, IA 50010
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1005 28th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1005 28th St

1005 28th StAmes, IA 50010
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2721 Luther Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2721 Luther Dr

2721 Luther DrAmes, IA 50010

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Tall Timber Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tall Timber Apartments

644 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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Laverne Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Laverne Apartments

919 S 16th StAmes, IA 50010
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Cardinal Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cardinal Terrace

211 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
Student Housing
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Nevada, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Nevada, IA

Pricing Updated: 08/05/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Nevada, IA area range in price from $780 to $880 with an overall median price of $840. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Nevada Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Glen Newton$840$7802

Cheapest Available Nevada Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Nevada, IA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Grove in the Grand Junction neighborhood priced from $599. 304 Welch Ave in the Somerset neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $635. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nevada apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Grove3BR/3BA Upgraded3BR,3BA$599
304 Welch AveStudioStudio,1BA$635
Evergreen Lane Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$775
Melrose Park Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$785
3500 Grand Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$800
Somerset ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$800
Brick Towne Ames1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Oakwood2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$875
East Park Village Apartments2BR Upper2BR,1BA$880
South Meadow1 BR 1 BA - Meadow - Large1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nevada, IA and Nearby

As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nevada area is the $0.36 price per square foot 4 Plus Bedroom/ 3 Bathroom - Lofted Model at 210 Gray - Sunset View in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $550. The second greatest value Nevada apartment is the C1 - 3x3 Model at The Landing Ames starting at $600 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the South Ames neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nevada apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
210 Gray - Sunset View4 Plus Bedroom/ 3 Bathroom - Lofted4BR,3BA$0.36
The Landing AmesC1 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.45
The Lofts3 Person3BR,1BA$1.04
The Quarters AmesA - 3x33BR,3BA$0.44
Oakwood2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.85
Beach View2 Bed/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.75
1108 S. 4th Street3 Bed/ 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$0.98
The Grove2BR/2BA Upgraded2BR,2BA$0.73
Evergreen Lane Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.82
Crystal Street Apartments2br/2ba2BR,2BA$1.05

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nevada Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nevada Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nevada Apartment is $785 at Melrose Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nevada Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nevada is starting from $699 at The Grove.

What is the most affordable Nevada Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Nevada Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Grove and starts from $599.

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