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property at 124 S 2nd St

$595 - $995

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available May 9

124 S 2nd St

KnoxvilleIA50138

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property at 2000 Meadow Ct

$1,175 - $1,295

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

2000 Meadow Ct

Des MoinesIA50320

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Pella, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Pella Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pella, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Next Level Apartments - Easton Village in the Easton Park neighborhood priced from $695. Hotel Maytag Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pella apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Next Level Apartments - Easton VillageA11BR,1BA$695
Hotel Maytag Apartments1 bedroom A1BR,1BA$725
Canterbury ParkTwo Bedroom-One and One Half Bath2BR,1BA$750
Carlisle Park Apartments1BR Ground1BR,1BA$750
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$805

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pella, IA and Nearby

As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pella area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3BR/2BA Model at Altoona Park Apartments in the in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Pella apartment is the Three Bedroom-Two Bath Model at Canterbury Park starting at $1,140 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Estey Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pella apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Altoona Park Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.05
Canterbury ParkThree Bedroom-Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.04
Lincoln Ridge by KadingVilla3BR,1BA$1.10
THE ARBORS APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.83
Linden East ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.00
Walnut Creek Apartments2 BD Legacy2BR,1BA$1.00
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.97
Hotel Maytag Apartments1 bedroom A1BR,1BA$0.90
Woodland Heights2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
409 4th St NE2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$1.08

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pella

What type of rentals are currently available in Pella?

There are currently 58 Apartments for Rent in Pella, IA with pricing that ranges from $470 to $2,873. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pella ranging from $595 to $2,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Pella?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pella ranges from $595 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,326.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.