
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rock Rapids, IA from $300 (53 Rentals)
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Briarwood Apartments

Ridgeview Place Apartments

Aspen Ridge Reserve

Whisper Ridge Commons

Dublin Square Apartments and Townhomes

Harper Point Apartments

Willows Edge

Briarwood Reserve Apartments

Willows South Commons
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PowderHaus Apartments & Townhomes

Split Rock Village Apartments & Townhomes

Whisper Creek Village

The Wondery

Sunrise Apartments

Villas at Canyon Creek Apartments

Silverthorne Flats

Carlton at Dawley

Prairie Trail Village Apartments & Townhomes

Millstone Commons
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Joslyn Heights Apartments

HOME - FIELD APARTMENTS I

Graystone Heights Luxury Apartments

Chestnut Ridge

The Bluffs at Willow Run

The Slate

The Nova

Graystone Townhomes

41Six

The Croft
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Welcome to Huntington Village

Augusta Townhomes

Damax Apartments

City Centre Apartments

617 S Prairie Ave

Oakwood Apartments

1300 E 6th St

Eagle Creek Apartments

625 S Prairie Ave

Eastern Hills Apartments
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Valley Vue Apartments

1329 E 4th St

713-715 W 16th St

419 S Bartlett St

730 1/2 S Spring Ave

3034 N Lewis Ave

1308 E 4th St

605 E 14th St

PrairiE Lofts A and B

2310 S Euclid Ave
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Rapids Studio Apartments | $889 | $599 | $1,055 |
| Rock Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,064 | $775 | $2,019 |
| Rock Rapids 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,319 | $399 | $3,005 |
| Rock Rapids 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,716 | $1,300 | $2,785 |
| Rock Rapids 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $1,730 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Rock Rapids Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rock Rapids, IA is a Studio unit found at Ridgeview Place Apartments in the Mystic Meadows neighborhood priced from $599. Aspen Ridge Reserve has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $740. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rock Rapids apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Place Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| Aspen Ridge Reserve | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $740 |
| Whisper Ridge Commons | Studio (A) | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Harper Point Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Dublin Square Apartments and Townhomes | Studio Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Willows Edge | Apartment Style Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Briarwood Reserve Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $830 |
| Willows South Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| PowderHaus Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment (A) | Studio,1BA | $885 |
| Split Rock Village Apartments & Townhomes | Apartment Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Rapids, IA and Nearby
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rock Rapids area is the $1.15 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at Sundance Ridge Townhomes in the in the Southeast Sioux Falls neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Rock Rapids apartment is the 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at The Slate starting at $1,495 with a $1.18 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sundance Ridge Townhomes | 3 Beds, 2.5 baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
| The Slate | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Welcome to Huntington Village | Falls Edge | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Augusta Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| HOME - FIELD APARTMENTS I | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Joslyn Heights Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Valley Vue Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Ridgeview Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Sunrise Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Harper Point Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Best Local Schools in Rock Rapids, IA
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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 Ridgeview Place Apartments listed at $599.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rock Rapids Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rock Rapids Apartment is $775 at Harper Point Apartments.
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 $1,025 at Joslyn Heights 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 $1,370.
Expert Rental Resources
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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