
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shellsburg, IA from $500 (48 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

Windsor on the River

St. Andrews Apartments

Alexandra Apartments

The Malory Apartments

Overlook 380

Union at Wiley

Raintree Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments
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1310-1320 Wenig Rd NE

Harvest Lofts

Apache Park

Cambridge Townhomes

2535 Ellis View Ct NW

Jacolyn Corner Condos Apartments

Cedar Trail Village

Cedar River Bluffs Apartments

Westgate Apartments
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The Enclave at Dry Creek

The Crossing on Boyson

Grand Reserve

Stone Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

Cedar Ridge Apartments

2055 Blairs Ferry Rd NE

Crestwood Ridge Apartments

3740 F Ave NE

114 E 4th St
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Valley High

233 Harnett St NW

3200-3201 G Ave NW

117-129 Harbet Ave NW

307 Velvas St

Sugar Creek Townhomes

1804 6th Ave SE

The Avenue

ARRO Senior (55+) Apartments
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20 Zeller Crossing

192 3rd Ave

454 N 18th Ave
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 | $917 | $560 | $1,575 |
| Shellsburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,111 | $735 | $1,791 |
| Shellsburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,437 | $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 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 | $655 |
| The Pointe at Cedar Rapids | Stonewood 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| Robinwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Northview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Oakview | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Malory Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
| 1310-1320 Wenig Rd NE | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $925 |
| Union at Wiley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shellsburg, IA and Nearby
As of June 13, 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 |
| 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 |
| The Malory Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Shamrock Apartments | Arrowridge small 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Northview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 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 $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.
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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