
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Plano, IA from $415 (75 Rentals)
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Biston Apartments

Rollins Apartments

Jefferson Building

EMERALD HILL APARTMENTS

Country Club Estates

Next Level Apartments - Easton Village

Foxwood Apartments

Sunset Apartments

The Ridges
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Dennis Park Apartments

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Orchard Meadows

Indianola Park II Apartments

The Hampton Meadows

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Northern Plains by Kading

Deer Run Apartments

Fish Creek

Burbank Village Apartments

Prairie Meadows Apartments
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Lyn Crossing

Linden East Apartments

Norwalk Meadows

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Vesta Village by Kading

Somerset

Washington Apartments

Villa's on Bell

High Pointe

Schoolyard Rowhomes

Allure at 57
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Legacy Landing Apartments

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Osceola Heights by Kading

Cedarbrooke Place

810 W 15th St

Linden West

Sunset Terrace

Carman Estates

Emerald Reserve Indianola

The Vineyards

Flats on 5th
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Southern Horizon by Kading

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Lincoln Ridge by Kading

Gustin Flats

Fairfield Park II Apartments

Louden Lofts

1833 Curtis Ave

Norwalk Park Apartments

Tisdale Apartments

Carlisle Park Apartments

Indianola Park Apartments
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Plano, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plano?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plano Studio Apartments | $705 | $415 | $995 |
| Plano 1 Bedroom Apartments | $904 | $470 | $1,629 |
| Plano 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,001 | $680 | $1,965 |
| Plano 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $866 | $1,795 |
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Cheapest Available Plano Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Plano, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Rollins Apartments priced from $470. Next Level Apartments - Easton Village in the Easton Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plano apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollins Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $470 |
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Foxwood Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Dennis Park Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $744 |
| Orchard Meadows | B1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Hampton Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Indianola Park II Apartments | 1BR Upper | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Indianola Park Apartments | 1BR Upper | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Deer Run Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plano, IA and Nearby
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plano area is the $1.04 price per square foot Cottage - 3 Model at Terrace View by Kading in the starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Plano apartment is the 3 Bedroom - TH Model at The Meadows starting at $1,200 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Somerset neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plano apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace View by Kading | Cottage - 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom - TH | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Osceola Heights by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Orchard Meadows | B1 Partially Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Sunset Apartments | 2bd, 1ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Deer Run Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Dennis Park Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Rollins Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plano Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plano Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plano Apartment is $470 at Rollins Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plano Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plano is starting from $744 at Dennis Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Plano Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Plano Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Next Level Apartments - Easton Village and starts from $864.
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