Cheap Apartments for Rent in Russell, IA from $500 (22 Rentals)

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Southridge Senior Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts

695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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Russell, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Russell Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Russell, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood priced from $638. Melbourne in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $639. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Russell apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Foxwood ApartmentsB22BR,1BA$638
MelbourneB3 - 40 - Income Restricted2BR,2BA$639
East Park Apartments1/2 Story Down2BR,1BA$750
Tisdale Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$760
The RidgesA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Russell, IA and Nearby

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Russell area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Russell apartment is the Sign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free! Model at Lincoln Ridge by Kading starting at $1,150 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Easton Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Russell apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Lincoln Ridge by KadingSign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free!3BR,1BA$1.14
Washington ApartmentsThe Harmon2BR,1BA$1.09
Cedarbrooke PlaceB12BR,2BA$1.09
Linden East ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.00
Orchard Lane Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.96
Northern Plains by KadingCottage - 22BR,1BA$1.07
Foxwood ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$0.86
Next Level Apartments - Deer RunB12BR,1BA$1.03
Tisdale Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09

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Getting Around Russell, IA

Walk Score®

4 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

18 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Russell Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Russell Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Russell Apartment is $775 at The Ridges.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Russell Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Russell is starting from $638 at Foxwood Apartments.

What is the most affordable Russell Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Russell Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows and starts from $950.

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