
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in State Center, IA (40 Rentals)


State Center Park Apartments

South Meadow

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Wessex Apartments

Copper Beech

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Brick Towne Ames

Lions Gate Apartments

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Plant 1 Lofts

Woodland Heights

Hubbard Maple Street Apartments
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Hunters Run

Santa Barbara

Hotel Maytag Apartments

Olive Terrace Apartments

Brookview Terrace

Melrose Park Apartments

Grandview Square Apartments

Southern Hills

309 N 3rd St
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3500 Grand Ave

Clock Tower Senior Apartments

Furman Regency Court

213 N Main St

215 N Main St

116 Shepard St

919 6th St

17 E Howard St

121 Beach Avenue

520 5th St
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Newton Park Apartments

Woodland Park - Eldora

Park Place Apartments

2721 Luther Dr

Glenbrook Apartments

Ferndale Furman Apartments

East Park Village

312 Sycamore St

Oakwood
State Center, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in State Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Center Studio Apartments | $865 | $725 | $955 |
| State Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,041 | $394 | $1,995 |
| State Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $983 | $467 | $2,498 |
| State Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $903 | $465 | $2,150 |
| State Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,179 | $445 | $2,800 |
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Largest Available State Center and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in State Center, IA is found at Plant 1 Lofts and is 995 square feet priced from $1,995. Copper Beech in the South Ames neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 650 square feet and currently listed start at $1,235. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in State Center:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plant 1 Lofts | A6 - Loft | 995 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Copper Beech | 1BR/1BA | 650 Sq Ft | $1,235 |
| 3500 Grand Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 624 Sq Ft | $825 |
| Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 615 Sq Ft | $460 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 614 Sq Ft | $725 |
| Lions Gate Apartments | 1/1 | 609 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1BR Ground | 600 Sq Ft | $780 |
| Newton Park Apartments | 1BR - 30% Gross Income | 600 Sq Ft | $742 |
| Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 542 Sq Ft | $705 |
Cheapest Available State Center and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in State Center, IA is the 1 BR/1 BA Model starting from $460 at Hubbard Maple Street Apartments . The second most affordable State Center 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment Model at Melrose Park Apartments starting at $705 in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in State Center is currently $1,041. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in State Center:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | $460 |
| Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | $705 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | $725 |
| Newton Park Apartments | 1BR - 30% Gross Income | $742 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1BR Ground | $780 |
| 3500 Grand Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | $825 |
| Lions Gate Apartments | 1/1 | $1,050 |
| Plant 1 Lofts | A2 | $1,150 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom State Center Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom State Center Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in State Center is $1,041.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom State Center Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in State Center is a 995 square feet unit starting from $1,995 at Plant 1 Lofts.
What is the average size for State Center 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in State Center is currently 450 sq ft.
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