
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Royal, IA from $400 (58 Rentals)
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Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

Woodland Park - Manson

Park View Apartments

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Sunshine Apartments

Deer Creek Apartments

Valley Park Apartments

Tallgrass Village Apartments & Townhomes

Lewis Hotel Apartments

Nobles Square Apartments
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Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes

Country Estates of Morningside

Okabena Tower 62+

Fair View

Chambers

Glen Oaks by Broadmoor

635 8th Ave SW

Cypress Pointe Apartments

Cypress Pointe Emmetsburg

The Shores at Spirit Lake
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Country Club Apartments

Indian Hills

2nd Avenue Rowhomes

District 42 Apartments & Townhomes

Trimont Square Apartments

Ridge Oaks

Barrington Park by Broadmoor

Prairie Trail Village Apartments & Townhomes

Ashley Estates

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South Shore Apartments
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1507 Jackson Ave

Avenue East

Willow Creek Place

Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties)

Stately Manor Apartments

Dodecagon Plaza

Rolfe 20-Unit

Damax Apartments

Rosewood Heights Apartments

Heartland Senior Housing
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Tanglewood Estates

Buffalo Ridge Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments

City Centre Apartments

Fonda Apartments

Woodland Park - Holstein

226 Hawkeye Ave

Oakwood Apartments

Milwaukee Manor Apartments

1306 Villa Ave
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Royal, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Royal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Studio Apartments | $911 | $750 | $1,330 |
| Royal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,004 | $725 | $1,550 |
| Royal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,212 | $701 | $1,865 |
| Royal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $965 | $1,955 |
| Royal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,714 | $1,599 | $1,805 |
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Cheapest Available Royal Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Royal, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) priced from $425. Rolfe 20-Unit has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Royal apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $425 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Sunshine Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Woodland Park - Manson | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Deer Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Lewis Hotel Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Nobles Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Royal, IA and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Royal area is the $0.79 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Eagle Ridge Townhomes in the starting from $1,065. The second greatest value Royal apartment is the 2 Bedroom - Upper Level Model at Windom Landing starting at $975 with a $0.84 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Royal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Ridge Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
| Windom Landing | 2 Bedroom - Upper Level | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Ridge Oaks | Evergreen | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Tallgrass Village Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Ashley Estates | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Trimont Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Fair View | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Royal Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Royal?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Royal is at Lewis Hotel Apartments listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Royal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Royal Apartment is $425 at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Royal Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Royal is starting from $701 at Eytcheson Estates Sherburn.
What is the most affordable Royal Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Royal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Nobles Square Apartments and starts from $965.
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