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700 Central Ave

334 Center St

1109 Central Ave

510 4th Ave N
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721 Westridge Rd

1425 4th Ave N

303 N Ash St

810 E 2nd St

312 1st Ave SW
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270 US-59

1801 19th St

1011 Pleasant St

601 W 2ND ST, Unit A

509 West 1st Street, Unit 1
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1204 Hill Ave
Spencer, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Spencer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,083 | $775 | $2,200 |
| Spencer 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,306 | $825 | $1,700 |
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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 Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Spencer, IA and Nearby
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Spencer area is the $0.90 price per square foot 3Br2Ba Model at Phillips Luxury Apartments in the starting from $1,860. The second greatest value Spencer apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Townhome Model at Tallgrass Village starting at $1,635 with a $1.13 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phillips Luxury Apartments | 3Br2Ba | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Tallgrass Village | 3 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Windom Landing | 2bed/2bath | 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 |
| Nobles Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 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 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Spencer?
There are currently 69 Apartments for Rent in Spencer, IA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $1,860. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Spencer ranging from $560 to $2,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Spencer?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Spencer ranges from $560 to $2,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,096.
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