Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stratford, IA from $400 (23 Rentals)

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Heartland Senior Housing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heartland Senior Housing

610 Central AveFort Dodge, IA 50501
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Furman Regency Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Furman Regency Court

3020 Regency CtAmes, IA 50010
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919 N 29th St
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919 N 29th St

919 N 29th StFort Dodge, IA 50501
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141 Campus Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

141 Campus Ave

141 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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639 2nd St

Webster CityIA50595

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Cheapest Available Stratford Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Stratford, IA is a Studio unit found at College Creek Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood priced from $670. Western Hills Apartments in the Fountainview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stratford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
College Creek ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$670
Western Hills Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$745
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bathStudio,1BA$775
Praireview Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$846
Somerset Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stratford, IA and Nearby

As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stratford area is the $0.53 price per square foot 3x3 Furnished Model at The Madison in the in the Fountainview neighborhood starting from $574. The second greatest value Stratford apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Remodel Model at Alpine Manor Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stratford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Madison3x3 Furnished3BR,3BA$0.53
Alpine Manor Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Remodel3BR,2BA$1.12
Cedar PointeVilla3BR,1BA$1.04
Somerset Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Western Hills Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.05
839-841 Dickinson Ave3 BR/ 2 BA3BR,2BA$1.10
The Allure at Rivers Edge2 Bed/2bath2BR,2BA$1.23
SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.08
Phillips Luxury Apartments2BR1BAb2BR,1BA$1.14
Point at AmesFrisco A2BR,2BA$1.05

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Getting Around Stratford, IA

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27 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stratford Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Stratford?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Stratford is at College Creek Apartments listed at $670.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stratford Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stratford Apartment is $745 at Western Hills Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Stratford is starting from $845 at College Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable Stratford Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Stratford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 839-841 Dickinson Ave and starts from $990.

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