
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Selma, IA from $400 (49 Rentals)
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Biston Apartments

Karlton Apartments

Jefferson Building

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Alice Place West Burlington

EMERALD HILL APARTMENTS

Centerville Senior Lofts

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Green Gable Cottages
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Orchard Meadows

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Northern Plains by Kading

Hawthorne Townhomes

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Sycamore Apartments

Seville

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School House Apartments

Villa's on Bell

Emerald Ct

Nexus TownHomes
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Uptown Village Apartments

661 N 19th St

630 N 6th St

Fairfield Park II Apartments

Louden Lofts

Chateau Apartments

1833 Curtis Ave

Washington Apartments

Keokuk Family Flats
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Tisdale Apartments

Carriage Hill

418 N Main St

The Burlington Apartments

501 S Osteopathy Ave

404 S Howard St

338 Cemetery Ln

Mediapolis Village

Oakcrest
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151 E 3rd St

410 Burlington St

Terrace View by Kading

1165 S Riverside Dr
Selma, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Selma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selma Studio Apartments | $864 | $415 | $1,300 |
| Selma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $914 | $470 | $1,425 |
| Selma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,051 | $600 | $1,550 |
| Selma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $870 | $1,900 |
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Cheapest Available Selma Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Selma, IA is a Studio unit found at Karlton Apartments priced from $415. Centerville Senior Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Selma apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karlton Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $415 |
| Centerville Senior Lofts | The Dublin | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Summer Street Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Stonegate Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Selma, IA and Nearby
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Selma area is the $0.76 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Nemitz Hall in the in the Threshers Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Selma apartment is the Blaul Lofts - 208 Model at Blaul Lofts starting at $1,050 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Selma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nemitz Hall | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 208 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Hawthorne Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| Centerville Senior Lofts | The Dearborn | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Summer Street Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| School House Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.12 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Karlton Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Selma Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Selma?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Selma is at Karlton Apartments listed at $415.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Selma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Selma Apartment is $750 at Park Madison Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Selma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Selma is starting from $600 at Centerville Senior Lofts.
What is the most affordable Selma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Selma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at School House Apartments and starts from $1,075.
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