
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Peterson, IA from $400 (58 Rentals)
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Park View Apartments

Woodland Park - Manson

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Sunshine Apartments

Deer Creek Apartments

Valley Park Apartments

Tallgrass Village Apartments & Townhomes

Nobles Square Apartments

Lewis Hotel Apartments

Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes
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Country Estates of Morningside

Okabena Tower 62+

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Fair View by Kading

Chambers

Ashley Estates

Urbane 1220

The Shores at Spirit Lake

635 8th Ave SW

Cypress Pointe Apartments

Clifton Estates
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Cypress Pointe Emmetsburg

Indian Hills

Glen Oaks by Broadmoor

District 42 Apartments & Townhomes

Country Club Apartments

Ridge Oaks

Barrington Park by Broadmoor

Prairie Trail Village Apartments & Townhomes

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South Shore Apartments

207 3rd St S
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Avenue East

East Edge Apartments

Virginia Square Apartments (100-103)

Eagle Ridge Townhomes

Willow Creek Place

Burt 18-(Countryside Properties)

Stately Manor Apartments

Dodecagon Plaza

Rolfe 20-Unit

Rosewood Heights Apartments
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Buffalo Ridge Apartments

Fonda Apartments

Woodland Park - Holstein

334 Center St

335 Elm St

Oakwood Apartments

1300 E 6th St

Milwaukee Manor Apartments

1420 5th Ave N

Seneca Place Apartments
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Peterson, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Peterson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peterson Studio Apartments | $916 | $760 | $1,330 |
| Peterson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,038 | $725 | $1,735 |
| Peterson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $775 | $1,895 |
| Peterson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,577 | $1,065 | $1,975 |
| Peterson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $1,595 | $1,795 |
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Cheapest Available Peterson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Peterson, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) priced from $425. Rolfe 20-Unit has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Peterson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $425 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Woodland Park - Manson | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Sunshine Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Tallgrass Village Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $770 |
| Nobles Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Lewis Hotel Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Okabena Tower 62+ | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $827 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Peterson, IA and Nearby
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Peterson area is the $1.19 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Valley Vue Apartments in the starting from $1,445. The second greatest value Peterson apartment is the Evergreen Model at Ridge Oaks starting at $1,140 with a $1.08 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Peterson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Vue Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Ridge Oaks | Evergreen | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Ashley Estates | 3 Bedroom - a | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Deer Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Fair View by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Clifton Estates | 375.a | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Seneca Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Sunshine Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Peterson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Peterson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Peterson is at Tallgrass Village Apartments & Townhomes listed at $770.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Peterson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Peterson Apartment is $425 at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Peterson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Peterson is starting from $595 at Rolfe 20-Unit.
What is the most affordable Peterson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Peterson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eagle Ridge Townhomes and starts from $1,065.
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