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Otter Creek Cottages
1 Bedroom Apartments

Otter Creek Cottages

102 8th Ave NWOelwein, IA 50662
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131 S Vine St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

131 S Vine St

131 S Vine StWest Union, IA 52175
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Oelwein, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Oelwein, IA

Pricing Updated: 10/22/2025

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

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Hickory Hideaway$750$6505
Southlawn Court$750$6504

Cheapest Available Oelwein Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oelwein, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Prairie Village of LaPorte City priced from $643. Russell Lamson in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oelwein apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prairie Village of LaPorte City1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$643
Russell LamsonStudioStudio,1BA$675
The Meadows ApartmentsMeadows 2Bd2BR,1BA$700
Le Chateau1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$725
1224-1282 W Mullan Ave3 BR/ 1 BA3BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oelwein, IA and Nearby

As of October 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oelwein area is the $0.70 price per square foot 3 BR/ 1 BA Model at 1224-1282 W Mullan Ave in the in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood starting from $775. The second greatest value Oelwein apartment is the 4BR/2BA Model at Hawkeye Towers - Historical Access starting at $380 with a $0.35 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Oelwein apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1224-1282 W Mullan Ave3 BR/ 1 BA3BR,1BA$0.70
Hawkeye Towers - Historical Access4BR/2BA4BR,2BA$0.35
3714 Ravenwood Cir2 BR/ 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.10
Pineview Place Apartments2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Kinsale CondominiumsTwo Bedroom w/ Garage2BR,1BA$1.00
Meadow Ridge Apartments2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$0.93
214 8th Ave SE, Unit 4214 8th Ave SE2BR,1BA$0.96
1150 Home Park Blvd2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.09
The Meadows ApartmentsMeadows 2Bd2BR,1BA$0.92
1637 Carriage Hill2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.14

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Getting Around Oelwein, IA

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oelwein Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oelwein?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oelwein is at Russell Lamson listed at $675.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oelwein Apartment is $643 at Prairie Village of LaPorte City.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oelwein is starting from $700 at The Meadows Apartments.

What is the most affordable Oelwein Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oelwein Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows Apartments and starts from $750.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.