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Panama, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Panama?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Panama Studio Apartments | $935 | $536 | $1,215 |
Panama 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,189 | $561 | $1,780 |
Panama 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $663 | $2,465 |
Panama 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $1,050 | $2,450 |
Panama 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $1,500 | $1,646 |
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Cheapest Available Panama Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Panama, IA is a Studio unit found at Dana Village priced from $536. Maple Second in the Old Market neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Panama apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Dana Village | S3 | Studio,1BA | $536 |
Maple Second | One Bed/One Bath | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Larimore Senior Residences | One Bed/One Bat 50% Hh | 1BR,1BA | $823 |
3633 Avenue A | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Sherwood Forest Apartments | 1 bd x 1 bth- small | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Panama, IA and Nearby
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Panama area is the $1.18 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Cornerstone Apartments in the in the Old Market neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Panama apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at The Archive starting at $1,475 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Twin City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Panama apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cornerstone Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
The Archive | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Residences at Sorensen Square | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Highclere Apartments | 2 Beds 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Cottonwood Apartments | 2X1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
The Bluffs | Two Bedroom 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Deerfield | Two Bedroom 22A | 2BR,1.75BA | $1.29 |
Larimore Senior Residences | One Bed/One Bath - 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Sherwood Forest Apartments | 1 bd x 1 bth- small | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Dana Village | S1B | Studio ,1BA | $0.79 |
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Walk Score®
8 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
14 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Panama Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Panama?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Panama is at Dana Village listed at $536.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Panama Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Panama Apartment is $561 at Dana Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Panama Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Panama is starting from $850 at 3633 Avenue A.
What is the most affordable Panama Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Panama Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3633 Avenue A and starts from $1,050.
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