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116 Shepard St

1014-1028 Shagbark Dr

702 Carroll Ave

521 Northwestern Ave
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1404 Crescent St

108 Westwood Dr
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1250 24th St

9 N 9th Ave

1020 1st Ave W

4510 Twain Cir
State Center, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in State Center?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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State Center 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,014 | $750 | $1,250 |
State Center 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,715 | $1,200 | $2,500 |
State Center 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,296 | $1,995 | $2,495 |
State Center 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available State Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in State Center, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hubbard Maple Street Apartments priced from $450. Hunters Run has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable State Center apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $450 |
Hunters Run | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
The Tallcorn | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
Woodland Park - Eldora | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Grandview Square Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in State Center, IA and Nearby
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the State Center area is the $0.65 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at Copper Beech at Ames in the in the South Ames neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value State Center apartment is the B - 2x2 Model at The Quarters Ames starting at $750 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the South Ames neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for State Center apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Copper Beech at Ames | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.65 |
The Quarters Ames | B - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.63 |
The Landing Ames | C3 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.47 |
Grandview Square Apartments | 2bed 1bth | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
The Grove at Ames | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
Northridge Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
1006 Lincoln Way | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Hunters Run | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
Southern Hills | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
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Best Local Schools in State Center, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions about State Center
What type of rentals are currently available in State Center?
There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in State Center, IA with pricing that ranges from $394 to $2,600. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in State Center ranging from $650 to $3,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in State Center?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in State Center ranges from $650 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,795.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in State Center?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in State Center range from $465 to $2,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $445.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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