
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shellsburg, IA from $500 (46 Rentals)
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Shamrock Apartments

Goldfinch Meadows

Oakview

Forest Ridge Apartments

Camelot Apartments

The Pointe at Cedar Rapids

Woodcrest Apartments

Robinwood Apartments
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Northview Apartments

Overlook 380

St. Andrews Apartments

Union at Wiley

Raintree Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments

Harvest Lofts

The Malory Apartments

Windsor on the River
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1310-1320 Wenig Rd NE

Cambridge Townhomes

2535 Ellis View Ct NW

Apache Park

Jacolyn Corner Condos Apartments

Cedar Trail Village

Cedar River Bluffs Apartments

Westgate Apartments

The Enclave at Dry Creek
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The Crossing on Boyson

Cedar Ridge Apartments

2055 Blairs Ferry Rd NE

Crestwood Ridge Apartments

114 E 4th St

Valley High

233 Harnett St NW

3200-3201 G Ave NW

117-129 Harbet Ave NW
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1228 O Ave Pl NE

3290 8th St

310 8th Ave

307 Velvas St

Sugar Creek Townhomes

514 3rd Ave SE

The Avenue

ARRO Senior (55+) Apartments

1340 L Ave NE
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1237 Lincoln Dr
Shellsburg, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shellsburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shellsburg Studio Apartments | $968 | $620 | $1,160 |
| Shellsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $927 | $560 | $1,575 |
| Shellsburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,148 | $605 | $1,953 |
| Shellsburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $995 | $1,865 |
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Cheapest Available Shellsburg Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shellsburg, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Goldfinch Meadows in the Cedar Hills neighborhood priced from $580. Camelot Apartments in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $655. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shellsburg apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goldfinch Meadows | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $580 |
| Camelot Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $655 |
| The Pointe at Cedar Rapids | Stonewood 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| Northview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| Oakview | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Overlook 380 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Malory Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
| Windsor on the River | WND1x1H | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Apache Park | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $995 |
| Union at Wiley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shellsburg, IA and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shellsburg area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Cedar River Bluffs Apartments in the in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Shellsburg apartment is the 2x1 Model at 2535 Ellis View Ct NW starting at $995 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shellsburg apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar River Bluffs Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| 2535 Ellis View Ct NW | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cedar Trail Village | Two Bedroom ground with out patio | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Union at Wiley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Malory Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Northview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Pointe at Cedar Rapids | Stonewood 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Goldfinch Meadows | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shellsburg Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shellsburg Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shellsburg Apartment is $580 at Goldfinch Meadows.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shellsburg Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shellsburg is starting from $735 at Camelot Apartments.
What is the most affordable Shellsburg Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shellsburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Apache Park and starts from $995.
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