Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rock Rapids, IA from $500 (31 Rentals)
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Aspen Ridge Reserve

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Dublin Square Apartments and Townhomes

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Rock Rapids, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rock Rapids?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rock Rapids Studio Apartments | $1,019 | $751 | $1,596 |
Rock Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,071 | $735 | $2,201 |
Rock Rapids 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $899 | $2,679 |
Rock Rapids 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,734 | $1,260 | $2,856 |
Rock Rapids 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Rock Rapids Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rock Rapids, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Aspen Ridge Reserve priced from $735. Dublin Square Apartments and Townhomes in the Southeast Sioux Falls neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $751. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rock Rapids apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Aspen Ridge Reserve | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
Dublin Square Apartments and Townhomes | Studio Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $751 |
Briarwood Reserve Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
Willows Edge | Apartment Style Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
Whisper Ridge Commons | Apartment Style- Studio | Studio,1BA | $830 |
Willows South Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
PowderHaus Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment (A) | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Split Rock Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Briarwood Apartments | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $899 |
The Villas at Canyon Creek | 1bd1ba 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Rapids, IA and Nearby
As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rock Rapids area is the $1.22 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at Sundance Ridge Townhomes in the in the Southeast Sioux Falls neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Rock Rapids apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Eastern Hills Apartments starting at $995 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Southeast Sioux Falls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rock Rapids apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Sundance Ridge Townhomes | 3 Beds, 2.5 baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.22 |
Eastern Hills Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
The Croft | Newby - Townhome(IK2E) | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.33 |
Willows East Commons | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
Briarwood Apartments | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Joslyn Heights Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
HOME - FIELD APARTMENTS I | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Ridgeview Residence | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Sunrise Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
The Villas at Canyon Creek | 1bd1ba 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Getting Around Rock Rapids, IA
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rock Rapids Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rock Rapids?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rock Rapids is at Dublin Square Apartments and Townhomes listed at $751.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rock Rapids Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rock Rapids Apartment is $735 at Aspen Ridge Reserve.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rock Rapids Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rock Rapids is starting from $899 at Briarwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Rock Rapids Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rock Rapids Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Briarwood Reserve Apartments and starts from $1,380.
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