1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, IA (21 Rentals)

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Plainfield, IA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Grand CrossingFurnished Loft @ Grand Crossing820 Sq Ft$1,300
Palace ApartmentsPalace Apartments - One Bedroom750 Sq Ft$1,270
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath690 Sq Ft$900
Park Avenue LoftsMezzanine Loft - AVAILABLE NOW!649 Sq Ft$1,300
The Residence @ Willow Falls1 Bed A w/Balcony638 Sq Ft$1,475

Cheapest Available Plainfield and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 31, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Plainfield, IA is the Updated Cozy 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment in SW... Model starting from $750 at 1106-1110 Kent Circle . The second most affordable Plainfield 1 Bedroom is the - 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment in Excellent Loca... Model at Rolling Meadows Apartments starting at $800 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Plainfield is currently $1,124. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Plainfield:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
1106-1110 Kent CircleUpdated Cozy 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment in SW...$750
Rolling Meadows Apartments- 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment in Excellent Loca...$800
Russell LamsonOne Bedroom$800
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath$900
Park @ Nine23A2sc_RENO$1,025

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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 1106-1110 Kent Circle listed at $750.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Plainfield Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Plainfield is $1,124.

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 962 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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