
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, IA (20 Rentals)

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1106-1110 Kent Circle

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Plainfield, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plainfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Plainfield Studio Apartments | $1,017 | $675 | $1,300 |
Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,071 | $720 | $1,800 |
Plainfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,277 | $525 | $3,433 |
Plainfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,287 | $975 | $1,950 |
Plainfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $595 | $295 | $1,195 |
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Largest Available Plainfield and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Plainfield, IA is found at The Grand Crossing in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood and is 820 square feet priced from $1,300. Palace Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 750 square feet and currently listed start at $1,270. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Plainfield:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Grand Crossing | Furnished Loft @ Grand Crossing | 820 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
Palace Apartments | Palace Apartments - One Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $1,270 |
Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 690 Sq Ft | $900 |
Park @ Nine23 | A1gv_RENO | 650 Sq Ft | $985 |
Park Avenue Lofts | Mezzanine Loft - AVAILABLE NOW! | 649 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
Cheapest Available Plainfield and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 08, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Plainfield, IA is the 1 BR/ 1 BA (Sept'25 ) Model starting from $770 at University Manor in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood. The second most affordable Plainfield 1 Bedroom is the Cozy 1-Bedroom Apartment in Prime College Hill ... Model at Residences on College Hill starting at $795 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Plainfield is currently $1,071. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Plainfield:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Sept'25 ) | $770 |
Residences on College Hill | Cozy 1-Bedroom Apartment in Prime College Hill ... | $795 |
Rolling Meadows Apartments | - 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment in Excellent Loca... | $800 |
Russell Lamson | One Bedroom | $800 |
Thunder Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment - Top Rated Thunder ... | $895 |
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Getting Around Plainfield, IA
Walk Score®
7 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Plainfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Plainfield with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Plainfield is at University Manor listed at $770.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Plainfield Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Plainfield is $1,071.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Plainfield Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Plainfield is a 820 square feet unit starting from $1,300 at The Grand Crossing.
What is the average size for Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Plainfield is currently 619 sq ft.
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