Cheap Apartments for Rent in Palmer, IA from $400 (25 Rentals)

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Rolfe 20-Unit
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rolfe 20-Unit

1106-1108 Elm StRolfe, IA 50581
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Heartland Senior Housing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heartland Senior Housing

610 Central AveFort Dodge, IA 50501
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919 N 29th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

919 N 29th St

919 N 29th StFort Dodge, IA 50501
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Fonda Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fonda Apartments

304 Fairburn StFonda, IA 50540
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Woodland Park - Holstein
1 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Park - Holstein

400 Minnesota StHolstein, IA 51025
Senior Living
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Palmer, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Palmer Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Palmer, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Rolfe 20-Unit priced from $500. Woodland Park - Manson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palmer apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rolfe 20-Unit2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$500
Woodland Park - Manson1 BR1BR,1BA$600
College Creek ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$670
Park View Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$725
Western Hills Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$745

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmer, IA and Nearby

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palmer area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 BR 2.5 BA Model at Perry Townhomes in the starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Palmer apartment is the 3x3 Furnished Model at The Madison starting at $574 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Fountainview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palmer apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Perry Townhomes3 BR 2.5 BA3BR,2.5BA$1.06
The Madison3x3 Furnished3BR,3BA$0.53
Alpine Manor Apartments3 bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.97
William Pointe by KadingVilla3BR,1BA$0.91
Western Hills Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.05
SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.08
Seneca Place Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.12
Bergengreen Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.16
Rolfe 20-Unit2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.82
Woodland Park - Manson1 BR1BR,1BA$1.20

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Getting Around Palmer, IA

Walk Score®

11 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palmer Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Palmer Apartment is $600 at Woodland Park - Manson.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Palmer is starting from $500 at Rolfe 20-Unit.

What is the most affordable Palmer Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Palmer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at William Pointe by Kading and starts from $920.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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