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2251 Fairfax Dr

215 Leland Ave

410 N Grant St

417 E Wall Ave

1010 Linden St

1321 Army Post Rd
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4805 S Union St

2012 E Caulder Ave

21 Leonard Ave

1319 B Ave W

302 Porter Ave

906 Lincoln St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Plano?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plano 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,386 | $800 | $2,750 |
| Plano 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,884 | $1,095 | $2,950 |
| Plano 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,167 | $1,625 | $2,595 |
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Cheapest Available Plano Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Plano, IA is a Studio unit found at Karlton Apartments priced from $415. Centerville Senior Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plano apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karlton Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $415 |
| Centerville Senior Lofts | The Dublin | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| Foxwood Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $701 |
| Sunset Apartments | 1 bedroom, | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plano, IA and Nearby
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plano area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Vineyards in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Plano apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows starting at $995 with a $0.95 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vineyards | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Centerville Senior Lofts | The Dearborn | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Linden East Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Deer Run Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Dennis Park Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Karlton Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.83 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Plano?
There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Plano, IA with pricing that ranges from $415 to $1,995. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Plano ranging from $800 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Plano?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Plano ranges from $800 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,871.
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