1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Spencer, IA (48 Rentals)

208 E 4th St
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1602 11th St, Unit B Main Floor

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200 Florence Ave

551 Lakeview Rd

1205 Victoria St

1757 4th Ave

1213 6th Ave

904 E Milwaukee Ave

812 Hills Ave

808 Hills Ave
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2205 Cecilee St

1332 4th Ave S

1302 1st Ave N

301 S Prairie St

1280 Village Oaks Dr
Spencer, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Spencer?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Spencer Studio Apartments | $821 | $760 | $835 |
Spencer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $854 | $500 | $1,250 |
Spencer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,314 | $675 | $1,700 |
Spencer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,379 | $900 | $1,735 |
Spencer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,082 | $975 | $1,100 |
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Largest Available Spencer and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Spencer, IA is found at District 29 Apartments & Townhomes and is 711 square feet priced from $1,040. Prairie Trail Village Apartments & Townhomes has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 695 square feet and currently listed start at $1,030. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Spencer:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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District 29 Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 711 Sq Ft | $1,040 |
Prairie Trail Village Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 695 Sq Ft | $1,030 |
2nd Avenue Rowhomes | Discover Modern Living at Fort Dodge's Newest R... | 650 Sq Ft | $950 |
Deer Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 625 Sq Ft | $795 |
Okabena Tower 40+ | 1 BR/1 BA | 600 Sq Ft | $785 |
PrairiE Lofts A and B | 1B/1B | 556 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
Cheapest Available Spencer and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 29, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Spencer, IA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $450 at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) . The second most affordable Spencer 1 Bedroom is the 1 BR Model at Woodland Park - Manson starting at $600 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Spencer is currently $854. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Spencer:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 1 Bedroom | $450 |
Woodland Park - Manson | 1 BR | $600 |
Deer Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | $735 |
Okabena Tower 40+ | 1 BR/1 BA | $785 |
2nd Avenue Rowhomes | Discover Modern Living at Fort Dodge's Newest R... | $950 |
District 29 Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | $1,020 |
Prairie Trail Village Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | $1,030 |
PrairiE Lofts A and B | 1B/1B | $1,150 |
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Getting Around Spencer, IA
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Spencer Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Spencer Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Spencer is $854.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Spencer Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Spencer is a 711 square feet unit starting from $1,040 at District 29 Apartments & Townhomes.
What is the average size for Spencer 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Spencer is currently 634 sq ft.
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