
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ruthven, IA from $400 (48 Rentals)
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419 W Cedar St

Deer Creek Apartments

919 N 29th St

Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

Eytcheson Estates Welcome

Park View Apartments

Woodland Park - Manson

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2303 14th St, Unit West Side, Unit West Side
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Sunshine Apartments

Tallgrass Village

Windcrest Village I & II

Lewis Hotel Apartments

Nobles Square Apartments

1205 Victoria St

Okabena Tower 62+

214 S 4th Ave E

District 29
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Phillips Luxury Apartments

Cypress Pointe Apartments

Cypress Pointe Emmetsburg

The Shores at Spirit Lake

Fair View

2nd Avenue Rowhomes

Trimont Square Apartments

910 Hengen St

Prairie Trail Village
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Ashley Estates

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South Shore Apartments

Eagle Ridge Townhomes

Belmont Heights

904 E Milwaukee Ave

Stately Manor Apartments

Dodecagon Plaza

Rolfe 20-Unit

Country Side
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Heartland Senior Housing

Buffalo Ridge Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments

Fonda Apartments

Woodland Park - Holstein

226 Hawkeye Ave

Milwaukee Manor Apartments

Seneca Place Apartments

741 Westridge Rd
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2026 2nd Ave N

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River Bluff Townhomes
Ruthven, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ruthven?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruthven Studio Apartments | $876 | $745 | $1,050 |
| Ruthven 1 Bedroom Apartments | $922 | $590 | $1,245 |
| Ruthven 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $701 | $1,580 |
| Ruthven 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,446 | $965 | $1,825 |
| Ruthven 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,720 | $1,600 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Ruthven Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ruthven, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Rolfe 20-Unit priced from $495. Country Side has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ruthven apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| Country Side | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Deer Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Park View Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Sunshine Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Woodland Park - Manson | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Seneca Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruthven, IA and Nearby
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ruthven area is the $0.75 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Eagle Ridge Townhomes in the starting from $1,015. The second greatest value Ruthven apartment is the 2303 14th St Model at 2303 14th St, Unit West Side starting at $725 with a $0.60 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ruthven 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 | $0.75 |
| 2303 14th St, Unit West Side | 2303 14th St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.60 |
| Deer Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 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 | $1.09 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Sunshine Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ruthven Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ruthven?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ruthven is at Windcrest Village I & II listed at $785.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruthven Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruthven Apartment is $495 at Rolfe 20-Unit.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ruthven Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ruthven is starting from $595 at Rolfe 20-Unit.
What is the most affordable Ruthven Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ruthven Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Nobles Square Apartments and starts from $965.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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