Cheap Apartments for Rent in Story City, IA from $500 (34 Rentals)

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520 5th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

520 5th St

520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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2721 Luther Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2721 Luther Dr

2721 Luther DrAmes, IA 50010
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141 Campus Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

141 Campus Ave

141 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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244 Hyland Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

244 Hyland Ave

244 Hyland AveAmes, IA 50014
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Delaware Woods
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Delaware Woods

1121 Delaware AveAmes, IA 50014
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639 2nd St

Webster CityIA50595
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225 N Hyland Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

225 N Hyland Ave

225 N Hyland AveAmes, IA 50014
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203 Campus
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

203 Campus

203 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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Story City, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Story City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Story City, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at 3319 Story St in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood priced from $725. 1006 Lincoln Way in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Story City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3319 Story St2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$725
1006 Lincoln Way2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$745
Grandview Square Apartments2bed 1bth2BR,1BA$800
3500 Grand Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$825
Melrose Park Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$880
Haven ApartmentsElm1BR,1BA$900
South Meadow1 BR 1 BA - Timber Artisent Remodel1BR,1BA$940
Timbercreek Apartments2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$940
Alpine Manor Apartments3 bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$999
South View ApartmentsLandmark | Classic2BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Story City, IA and Nearby

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Story City area is the $0.57 price per square foot 4x4 Model at The Foundry in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $799. The second greatest value Story City apartment is the 3 bed/ 2 bath Model at 246 N Hyland Ave starting at $1,350 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Story City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Foundry4x44BR,4BA$0.57
246 N Hyland Ave3 bed/ 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.13
3319 Story St4 BR/ 1.5 BA4BR,1.5BA$1.22
Alpine Manor Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Remodel3BR,2BA$1.12
Grandview Square Apartments2bed 1bth2BR,1BA$0.80
2706 Kent Ave2706 Kent Ave ( 2 bedroom )2BR,2BA$1.23
Melrose Park Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.98
1006 Lincoln Way2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.83
South View ApartmentsOutlook | Renovated2BR,1BA$1.21
Timbercreek Apartments2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.15

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Getting Around Story City, IA

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35 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Story City Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Story City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Story City Apartment is $825 at 3500 Grand Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Story City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Story City is starting from $725 at 3319 Story St.

What is the most affordable Story City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Story City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alpine Manor Apartments and starts from $999.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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