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Shelby, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shelby Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelby, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Westwood Apartments in the Old Market neighborhood priced from $700. Larimore Senior Residences in the Omaha View neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $760. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelby apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westwood Apartments2 BD2BR,1BA$700
Larimore Senior ResidencesOne Bed/One Bat 60%1BR,1BA$760
Regency Villa of Atlantic1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby, IA and Nearby

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shelby area is the $1.18 price per square foot AC.2B.2B.B/P Model at The Brandeis in the in the Old Market neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Shelby apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Nove Lofts starting at $1,450 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Old Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The BrandeisAC.2B.2B.B/P2BR,2BA$1.18
Nove Lofts2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.07
Nichol Flats2x2 B2BR,2BA$1.14
The Archive2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.23
Westwood Apartments2 BD2BR,1BA$0.67
CopperCreek2 Bed, 1 Bath - 1032 SF2BR,1BA$1.26
The BluffsTownhome2BR,1.5BA$1.12
Larimore Senior ResidencesOne Bed/One Bat 60%1BR,1BA$1.13
Woodland Park - Griswold1 BR1BR,1BA$1.23
Regency Villa of Atlantic1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29

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Shelby, IA

Ranked #95

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelby

What type of rentals are currently available in Shelby?

There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Shelby, IA with pricing that ranges from $575 to $2,850. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelby ranging from $850 to $3,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shelby?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shelby ranges from $850 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,952.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Shelby?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Shelby range from $1,050 to $2,450, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $1,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $639.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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