
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Selma, IA from $415 (62 Rentals)
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Biston Apartments

Karlton Apartments

Jefferson Building

Rollins Apartments

EMERALD HILL APARTMENTS

MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS

Bel Aire Apartments

Caspian Village Apartments

Westland Village
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Green Gable Cottages

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Northern Plains by Kading

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Alice Place West Burlington

Burbank Village Apartments

Prairie Meadows Apartments

Tama Too Apartments
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Stonegate Village Apartments

Hawthorne Townhomes

Sycamore Apartments

Seville

Washington Apartments

Villa's on Bell

Emerald Ct

Nexus TownHomes

Urbane424 Apartments

Uptown Village Apartments
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School House Apartments

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Black Hawk Village

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Nemitz Hall

Orchards & Woodlands

630 N 6th St

Fairfield Park II Apartments

Louden Lofts

Chateau Apartments

1833 Curtis Ave
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Keokuk Family Flats

Tisdale Apartments

Carriage Hill

The Burlington Apartments

501 S Osteopathy Ave

2530 Unicorn Ave

Mediapolis Village

Oakcrest

1943 Bertsch Ave

1213 Doemland St
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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 | $861 | $415 | $1,300 |
| Selma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $887 | $470 | $1,425 |
| Selma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,027 | $680 | $1,695 |
| Selma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,334 | $870 | $1,900 |
| Selma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $1,790 | $1,790 |
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Cheapest Available Selma Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Selma, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Rollins Apartments priced from $470. Caspian Village Apartments in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Selma apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollins Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $470 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathrom | 2BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Orchard Meadows | B1 Classic | 2BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR, 1BA | $795 |
| Tama Too Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $850 |
| Burbank Village Apartments | A1 Classic | 1BR, 1BA | $850 |
| Stonegate Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $860 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Selma, IA and Nearby
As of September 18, 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 Threshers Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Selma apartment is the Cottage - 3 Model at Terrace View by Kading starting at $1,295 with a $1.04 price per square foot. 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 |
| Terrace View by Kading | Cottage - 3 | 3BR, 2BA | $1.04 |
| Villa's on Bell | Lease by September 30th, 2026 and enjoy $500 of... | 3BR, 2BA | $1.11 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 309 | 2BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| School House Apartments | 2 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.03 |
| Hawthorne Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bath | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Orchard Meadows | B1 Classic | 2BR, 1BA | $0.85 |
| Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR, 1BA | $0.94 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| Rollins Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $0.70 |
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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 Tama Too Apartments listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Selma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Selma Apartment is $470 at Rollins 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 $700 at Caspian Village Apartments.
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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