
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Spencer, IA from $300 (56 Rentals)
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1511 S Grand Plaza Dr, Unit D

Windcrest Village I & II

UDMO Apartments

Dodecagon Plaza

CHI Spencer

Spencer School Apartments

Southern Pointe Apartments

501 W 1st St S

Phillips Luxury Apartments
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410 Meade St

812 Hills Ave

Eytcheson Estates Welcome

Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

Woodland Park - Manson

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Sunshine Apartments

District 29 Apartments & Townhomes

Tallgrass Village

Deer Creek Apartments

Nobles Square Apartments
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Lewis Hotel Apartments

Okabena Tower 62+

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Fair View by Kading

114 S Main St

810 E 2nd St

416 E 4th St

404 W 1st St

460 2nd St NW

The Shores at Spirit Lake

105 S Hwy
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Ashley Estates

635 8th Ave SW

Willow Creek Place

Country Side

Stately Manor Apartments

Rolfe 20-Unit

Damax Apartments

Rosewood Heights Apartments

Heartland Senior Housing

Tanglewood Estates
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Meadow Bloom Apartments

Buffalo Ridge Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments

919 N 29th St

City Centre Apartments

Fonda Apartments

Woodland Park - Holstein

334 Center St

335 Elm St

Oakwood Apartments
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Spencer, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Spencer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Studio Apartments | $833 | $760 | $1,050 |
| Spencer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $946 | $626 | $1,270 |
| Spencer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $695 | $1,595 |
| Spencer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $1,065 | $1,860 |
| Spencer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $1,590 | $1,785 |
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Cheapest Available Spencer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Spencer, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Country Side priced from $425. Rolfe 20-Unit has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Spencer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Side | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $425 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| 501 W 1st St S | 2 BED/1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Sunshine Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Woodland Park - Manson | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| District 29 Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $760 |
| Tallgrass Village | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Spencer, IA and Nearby
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Spencer area is the $0.79 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Eagle Ridge Townhomes in the starting from $1,065. The second greatest value Spencer apartment is the 2 Bedroom - Upper Level Model at Windom Landing starting at $975 with a $0.84 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Spencer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Ridge Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
| Windom Landing | 2 Bedroom - Upper Level | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Trimont Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Fair View by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 501 W 1st St S | 1 BED/1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| 1511 S Grand Plaza Dr, Unit D | 1511 S Grand Plaza Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Sunshine Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Best Local Schools in Spencer, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Spencer Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Spencer?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Spencer is at District 29 Apartments & Townhomes listed at $760.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Spencer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Spencer Apartment is $425 at Country Side.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Spencer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Spencer is starting from $595 at Rolfe 20-Unit.
What is the most affordable Spencer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Spencer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eagle Ridge Townhomes and starts from $1,065.
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