Cheap Apartments for Rent in Prairie City, IA from $400 (17 Rentals)

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17 E Howard St
1 Bedroom Apartments

17 E Howard St

17 E Howard StColfax, IA 50054
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110 N Maple St
2 Bedroom Apartments

110 N Maple St

110 N Maple StColfax, IA 50054
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Newton Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newton Park Apartments

1425 N 11th Ave ENewton, IA 50208
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Prairie City, IA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hunters RunA11BR,1BA$550
Courtyard ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$619
Parkside Luxury ApartmentsS1 AvaStudio,1BA$650
Blue Ridge CommonsApartment Style- Studio1BR,1BA$723
Hotel Maytag Apartments1 bedroom A1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Altoona Park Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.05
Walnut PointeVilla3BR,1BA$1.00
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.02
Canterbury ParkTwo Bedroom-Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.04
Walnut Creek Apartments2 BD Legacy2BR,1BA$1.00
Hunters RunB12BR,1BA$0.83
Hotel Maytag Apartments1 bedroom A1BR,1BA$0.90
Woodland Heights2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
409 4th St NE2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$1.08
Courtyard ApartmentsB12BR,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

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.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!