
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Palo, IA from $500 (37 Rentals)
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Shamrock Apartments

2055 Blairs Ferry Rd NE

Woodcrest Apartments

Forest Ridge Apartments

Robinwood Apartments

3200-3201 G Ave NW
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Windsor on the River

Raintree Apartments

Northview Apartments

Alexandra Apartments

St. Andrews Apartments

Overlook 380

The Malory Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments

Blair Ridge
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The Avenue

921 Emmons St

980 Eisenhower Rd

138 33rd St Dr SE

1414 Oakland Rd NE
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1209 O Ave Pl NE

900 Terry Ave

182 14th Ave SW

1608 Hillside Dr NW
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846 25th St NE
Palo, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Studio Apartments | $928 | $585 | $1,100 |
| Palo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $890 | $543 | $1,520 |
| Palo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,050 | $670 | $1,695 |
| Palo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,435 | $1,080 | $1,810 |
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Cheapest Available Palo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Palo, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Pointe at Cedar Rapids in the Kenwood Park neighborhood priced from $543. Shamrock Apartments in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $555. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pointe at Cedar Rapids | Stonewood 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $543 |
| Shamrock Apartments | Shamrock small 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $555 |
| 2055 Blairs Ferry Rd NE | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Apache Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Woodcrest Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Forest Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $640 |
| Oakview | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Robinwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| St. Andrews Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| 117-129 Harbet Ave NW | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palo, IA and Nearby
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palo area is the $1.05 price per square foot 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at Cedar River Bluffs Apartments in the in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Palo apartment is the Two Bedroom, One Bath Model at Cambridge Townhomes starting at $895 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar River Bluffs Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Cambridge Townhomes | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Cedar Trail Village | Two Bedroom ground with out patio | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Blair Ridge | 2bed/1bath patio | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Overlook 380 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| The Malory Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| 2055 Blairs Ferry Rd NE | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Shamrock Apartments | Arrowridge small 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Apache Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| The Pointe at Cedar Rapids | Hilltop 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Getting Around Palo, IA
Walk Score®
13 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
24 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palo Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Palo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Palo Apartment is $543 at The Pointe at Cedar Rapids.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Palo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Palo is starting from $670 at The Pointe at Cedar Rapids.
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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