
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Northwood, IA from $400 (27 Rentals)
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Key Apartments

City Center Kent Apartments
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18 S Adams Ave

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Pebble Creek Apartments

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Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)

Parkview Place

Northern Place Apartments
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South Pointe Apartments

Clifton Apartments

Lincoln Apartments LLC

1200 Jade Apartments

302 7th Ave

113 Grand Ave E
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109 8th St NW

1680 469 St

121 Main St S
Northwood, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Northwood Studio Apartments | $909 | $405 | $1,285 |
Northwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,129 | $495 | $1,790 |
Northwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,497 | $750 | $2,650 |
Northwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $935 | $2,700 |
Northwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,221 | $937 | $2,650 |
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Cheapest Available Northwood Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Northwood, IA is a Studio unit found at Shalom Tower II priced from $405. Key Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Northwood apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Shalom Tower II | Tower I Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $405 |
Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $450 |
City Center Kent Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
CityView Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Skye Lofts Apartments | 1 Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
The River Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $845 |
Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+) | Studio - Rent Based on Income | Studio,1BA | $896 |
Parkview Place | Parkview 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwood, IA and Nearby
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwood area is the $1.36 price per square foot 2 Bedroom w/ Den Model at Skye Lofts Apartments in the starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Northwood apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Pebble Creek Apartments starting at $1,060 with a $0.95 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Skye Lofts Apartments | 2 Bedroom w/ Den | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Pebble Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
The Meadows | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
Irish Hospital Apartments | Unit 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 17 | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Shalom Tower II | Tower II - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
Webster Apartments | Apt. 10 | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Getting Around Northwood, IA
Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northwood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northwood is at Shalom Tower II listed at $405.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwood Apartment is $495 at City Center Kent Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwood is starting from $800 at Skye Lofts Apartments.
What is the most affordable Northwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northern Place Apartments and starts from $950.
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