
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ossian, IA from $500 (45 Rentals)
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LINTON VILLAGE

The Meadows Apartments

Grand River Station

WEDGEWOOD COMMONS

Cliffside Apartments

UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS

Union at North Crossing

The Hub on 6th
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Gund Brewery Lofts

The Millennial

C & C Residences

Riverview Apartments

Wild Grove Apartments

Elliott Arms Apartments

Rock Avenue Apartments

Rolling Meadows Apartments

Prairie Bluff Apartments
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131 S Vine St

235 Madison St

269 Madison St

128 Lafayette St

227 Madison St

5900 Osage Rd

Main Street Apartments

2001 City View St

647 Boston Ave
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633 Hope

307 Riehl St

425 Glenwood St

Collective on 4th

519 Adams St

707 Webster St

314 Conger St

511 S Frederick Ave

511 Cutler St
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610 Sherman Ave

306 Charles St

222 Blowers Ave

517 Nicholas St

407 Patterson St

232 Center St

River Bluff Apartment Homes

Bluffview Apartments

409 Norwood Ave
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Ossian, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ossian?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ossian Studio Apartments | $1,017 | $775 | $1,350 |
| Ossian 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $500 | $1,949 |
| Ossian 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $700 | $2,349 |
| Ossian 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $775 | $3,000 |
| Ossian 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
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Cheapest Available Ossian Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ossian, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Meadows Apartments in the Southlawn Court neighborhood priced from $620. LINTON VILLAGE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $640. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ossian apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
| LINTON VILLAGE | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $640 |
| Cliffside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Hub on 6th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| C & C Residences | Ori Shift Studio | Studio,1BA | $930 |
| Elliott Arms Apartments | Deluxe Corner Studio | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| Rock Avenue Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Bluffview Apartments | 3715-206 Standard A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ossian, IA and Nearby
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ossian area is the $0.55 price per square foot 3 BR LARGER Rooms Apt 205/305 Model at The Vine in the in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood starting from $695. The second greatest value Ossian apartment is the 1135 State 3 BR Model at 1125-1135 State Street starting at $650 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ossian apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vine | 3 BR LARGER Rooms Apt 205/305 | 3BR,1BA | $0.55 |
| 1125-1135 State Street | 1135 State 3 BR | 3BR,1BA | $0.53 |
| Lawler School Lofts | 3BR/2B | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Riverwalk Residences | 1st Month Free | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| West Brook Apartments | Brand New 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Units at West Br... | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Riverview Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| LINTON VILLAGE | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Rock Avenue Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ossian Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ossian?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ossian is at The Hub on 6th listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ossian Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ossian Apartment is $620 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ossian Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ossian is starting from $640 at LINTON VILLAGE.
What is the most affordable Ossian Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ossian Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows Apartments and starts from $850.
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