
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shellsburg, IA from $560 (45 Rentals)
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Shamrock Apartments

Goldfinch Meadows

Oakview

Forest Ridge Apartments

Camelot Apartments

Woodcrest Apartments

Northview Apartments

The Pointe at Cedar Rapids
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Overlook 380

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Union at Wiley

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Robinwood Apartments

3200-3201 G Ave NW

Raintree Apartments

Windsor on the River

Harvest Lofts
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The Malory Apartments

1310-1320 Wenig Rd NE

912 3rd St SW

Alexandra Apartments

Cambridge Townhomes

Apache Park

Cedar Ridge Apartments

2055 Blairs Ferry Rd NE

980 Eisenhower Rd
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258 Broadway St

Crestwood Ridge Apartments

114 E 4th St

Valley High

233 Harnett St NW

1003 8th Ave

74 Northwood Dr

816 5th Ave NE

1725 D Ave NE
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117-129 Harbet Ave NW

480 5th Ave

307 Velvas St

Sugar Creek Townhomes

4016 Westover Rd SE

851 Oakland Rd NE

Kimberly Square - Fully Occupied

2535 Ellis View Ct NW

2622 2nd Ave SE
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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 | $981 | $660 | $1,160 |
| Shellsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $978 | $560 | $1,575 |
| Shellsburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,133 | $735 | $1,912 |
| Shellsburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $1,125 | $2,142 |
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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 Shamrock Apartments in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood priced from $560. Goldfinch Meadows in the Cedar Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $580. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shellsburg apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shamrock Apartments | Shamrock small 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| Goldfinch Meadows | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $580 |
| Camelot Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| Northview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| The Pointe at Cedar Rapids | Stonewood 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Forest Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Oakview | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Robinwood Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
| 3200-3201 G Ave NW | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
| Windsor on the River | WND1x1I | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shellsburg, IA and Nearby
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shellsburg area is the $1.09 price per square foot Two Bedroom, One Bath Model at Cambridge Townhomes in the in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Shellsburg apartment is the Two Bedroom ground with out patio Model at Cedar Trail Village starting at $1,025 with a $1.17 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Townhomes | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Cedar Trail Village | Two Bedroom ground with out patio | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Union at Wiley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Windsor on the River | WND1x1I | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Shamrock Apartments | Shamrock small 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Robinwood Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Forest Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Camelot Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Northview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 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 $560 at Shamrock Apartments.
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.
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