
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Prairie City, IA from $400 (24 Rentals)
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406 N Main St, Unit Unit 2

Courtyard Apartments

Hunters Run

Woodland Heights

Hotel Maytag Apartments

Altoona Towers

SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS
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409 4th St NE

Canterbury Park

Centennial Place Apartments

Bridlewood Apartments

Altoona Terrace

Venbury Trail

Oakland Pointe

Adventureland Village
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110 N Maple St

Newton Park Apartments

2209 Williams St

Spruce Pointe
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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 | $888 | $725 | $1,021 |
| Prairie City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,157 | $710 | $2,409 |
| Prairie City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $613 | $2,695 |
| Prairie City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $945 | $2,944 |
| 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 2 Beds unit found at Courtyard Apartments priced from $613. Hunters Run has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Prairie City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $613 |
| Hunters Run | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Woodland Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Altoona Towers | S1 | Studio,1BA | $760 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prairie City, IA and Nearby
As of January 07, 2026 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 |
| Kadin Trail | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Rock Creek Condos | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Hunters Run | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 409 4th St NE | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Courtyard Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
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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 Altoona Towers listed at $760.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Prairie City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Prairie City Apartment is $710 at Woodland Heights.
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 $613 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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