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How much does it cost to rent a home in Onawa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onawa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,730 | $995 | $2,400 |
| Onawa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,984 | $1,295 | $3,099 |
| Onawa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,945 | $1,500 | $2,387 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Onawa, IA and Nearby
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Onawa area is the $1.24 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Tigertown Plaza in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Onawa apartment is the 3 Bedroom Updated Model at Lincoln Woods starting at $1,245 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Onawa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tigertown Plaza | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Lincoln Woods | 3 Bedroom Updated | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| East High Lofts | B9 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 48 South Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Woodbury Heights | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Deerfield Apartments | Birch | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Floyd River Flats | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Copper Flats | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Bekins Luxury Lofts | 2BR - BL | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| WinnaVegas Villas | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.45 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Onawa?
There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Onawa, IA with pricing that ranges from $660 to $2,851. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Onawa ranging from $675 to $3,099.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Onawa ranges from $675 to $3,099 with an average monthly rent of $1,743.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.