
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Saint Marys, IA (38 Rentals)


Park Avenue by Broadmoor

Strathmore Apartment Homes

Connect55+ Indianola Senior Community 55+

Fort Des Moines

The Middlebrook Lofts

The Oaks

Legacy Landing Apartments

Grand Valley Townhomes
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Cedarbrooke Place

High Pointe

Sunburst

Goldbriar Chateau

Somerset

Willow Bend

Melbourne

Valley Acres Apartments
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Callaway at Holland Pointe

Indianola Park 2

Allure at 57

Historic Winterset High School Apartments 55+

Sunset Apartments

Foxwood Apartments

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The Ridges

The Hampton Meadows
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Southern Park Apartments

East Park Apartments

Norwalk Park Apartments

Indianola Park 1

The Bridges

Stanton Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts
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Flats on 5th

Williams Terrace
Saint Marys, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Saint Marys?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Marys Studio Apartments | $745 | $575 | $1,075 |
| Saint Marys 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,097 | $545 | $1,380 |
| Saint Marys 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $775 | $2,350 |
| Saint Marys 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $995 | $3,200 |
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Largest Available Saint Marys and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Saint Marys, IA is found at Willow Bend in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood and is 801 square feet priced from $895. Strathmore Apartment Homes in the Southwoods neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 740 square feet and currently listed start at $1,134. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Saint Marys:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Bend | 2 Bedroom | 801 Sq Ft | $895 |
| Strathmore Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 740 Sq Ft | $1,134 |
| Flats on 5th | Hayes 1.1A 60% | 725 Sq Ft | $1,203 |
| Park Avenue by Broadmoor | Rockefeller | 720 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Melbourne | A6 - 60 - Income Restricted | 668 Sq Ft | $940 |
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 650 Sq Ft | $650 |
| Legacy Landing Apartments | A2 | 626 Sq Ft | $1,169 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | 626 Sq Ft | $850 |
| Connect55+ Indianola Senior Community 55+ | 1 BR 1 BA | 625 Sq Ft | $1,235 |
| Cedarbrooke Place | A3 | 625 Sq Ft | $1,068 |
Cheapest Available Saint Marys and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 10, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Saint Marys, IA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $650 at Valley Acres Apartments in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. The second most affordable Saint Marys 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at The Ridges starting at $740 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Saint Marys is currently $1,097. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Saint Marys:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Acres Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $650 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | $740 |
| The Hampton Meadows | 1 Bedroom | $750 |
| Wakonda Village Apartments and Manor | A2wv_MANOR | $795 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | $850 |
| The Oaks | 1/1 Renovated | $875 |
| Willow Bend | 2 Bedroom | $895 |
| Somerset | A1 | $912 |
| Melbourne | A6 - 60 - Income Restricted | $940 |
| Park Avenue by Broadmoor | Apollo | $980 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Saint Marys Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Saint Marys with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Saint Marys is at Valley Acres Apartments listed at $650.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Saint Marys Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Saint Marys is $1,097.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Saint Marys Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Saint Marys is a 801 square feet unit starting from $895 at Willow Bend.
What is the average size for Saint Marys 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Saint Marys is currently 650 sq ft.
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