
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Spirit Lake, IA from $400 (56 Rentals)
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The Shores at Spirit Lake

1507 Jackson Ave

Antlers Apartments

Summerfield Park Apartments

Lakewood Court

East Village Condominiums

Meadow Bloom Apartments

Deer Creek Apartments

Eytcheson Estates Sherburn
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Eytcheson Estates Welcome

Park View Apartments

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Sunshine Apartments

1212 Heckman Ct

316 E 2nd St

Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes

Parkview Apartments

Lewis Hotel Apartments

Nobles Square Apartments

Okabena Tower 62+
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Hartshorn Manor

Commerce Apartments

Fair View

635 8th Ave SW

Cypress Pointe Apartments

Cypress Pointe Emmetsburg

Village Court Apartments

Trimont Square Apartments

Windom Landing

Prairie Trail Village Apartments & Townhomes
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Ashley Estates

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South Shore Apartments

514 4th Ave N

Willow Creek Place

Stately Manor Apartments

Dodecagon Plaza

Westside Apartments

Rolfe 20-Unit

Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties)

Damax Apartments
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Rosewood Heights Apartments

Lewis Lofts

Tanglewood Estates

Buffalo Ridge Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments

City Centre Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

Milwaukee Manor Apartments

348 Minnie St

Seneca Place Apartments
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Spirit Lake, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Spirit Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Lake Studio Apartments | $860 | $750 | $1,050 |
| Spirit Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $957 | $700 | $1,245 |
| Spirit Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,115 | $607 | $1,575 |
| Spirit Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,614 | $965 | $1,850 |
| Spirit Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,222 | $975 | $1,805 |
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Cheapest Available Spirit Lake Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Spirit Lake, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Rolfe 20-Unit priced from $495. Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Spirit Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Meadow Bloom Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $607 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Park View Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Sunshine Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Tallgrass Village Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Seneca Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Spirit Lake, IA and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Spirit Lake 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 Spirit Lake apartment is the 2 Bedroom - Lower Level ADA Model at Windom Landing starting at $975 with a $0.89 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Spirit Lake 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 - Lower Level ADA | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.83 |
| Trimont Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Fair View | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Meadow Bloom Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Spirit Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Spirit Lake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Spirit Lake is at 1212 Heckman Ct listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Spirit Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Spirit Lake Apartment is $495 at Rolfe 20-Unit.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Spirit Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Spirit Lake is starting from $595 at Rolfe 20-Unit.
What is the most affordable Spirit Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Spirit Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Nobles Square Apartments and starts from $965.
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