
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Prairie City, IA from $400 (17 Rentals)
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406 N Main St, Unit Unit 1

Hunters Run

Courtyard Apartments

Parkside Luxury Apartments
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Altoona Terrace

Woodland Heights

Blue Ridge Commons

Adventureland Village

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Prairie City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Prairie City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie City Studio Apartments | $827 | $650 | $1,049 |
| Prairie City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,092 | $550 | $2,204 |
| Prairie City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,183 | $619 | $2,592 |
| Prairie City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $945 | $2,995 |
| Prairie City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $1,421 | $1,421 |
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Cheapest Available Prairie City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Prairie City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hunters Run priced from $550. Courtyard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $619. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Prairie City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Run | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Courtyard Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $619 |
| Parkside Luxury Apartments | S1 Ava | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Blue Ridge Commons | Apartment Style- Studio | 1BR,1BA | $723 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prairie City, IA and Nearby
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Prairie City area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3BR/2BA Model at Altoona Park Apartments in the in the Altoona Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Prairie City apartment is the Villa Model at Walnut Pointe starting at $1,010 with a $1.00 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Prairie City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altoona Park Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Walnut Pointe | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 BD Legacy | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Hunters Run | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Woodland Heights | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 409 4th St NE | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Courtyard Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Getting Around Prairie City, IA
Walk Score®
24 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prairie City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Prairie City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Prairie City is at Parkside Luxury Apartments listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Prairie City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Prairie City Apartment is $550 at Hunters Run.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Prairie City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Prairie City is starting from $619 at Courtyard Apartments.
What is the most affordable Prairie City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Prairie City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS and starts from $945.
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