
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Stratford, IA from $400 (50 Rentals)
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Wyndsor Terrace

West Field Apartments

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Somerset Apartments

3500 Grand Ave

Furman Western Hills

Prairieview Manor

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Linden Station Apartments

West Towne

Furman Somerset Apartments

SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS

West Village Apartments

2nd Avenue Rowhomes
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Kate's Landing

Phillips Luxury Apartments

Haven Apartments

Alpine Manor Apartments

Prairie Place

Cedar Crossing 2

744 1st St

Heartland Senior Housing

505 1/2 11th St

Furman Regency Court
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The Briza

700 Central Ave

919 N 29th St

Spruce Pointe

515 Mamie Eisenhower Ave

614 N 12th St

1109 Central Ave

3319 Story St

729 Westridge Rd

727 Westridge Rd
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5504 Kansas Dr

141 Campus Ave

Ferndale Furman Apartments

Delaware Woods

4008 Ontario St

1411 9th Ave S

Boone Park

1401 N. Dakota

Tiverton Court Apartments

619 W Elm St
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Stratford, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stratford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford Studio Apartments | $788 | $675 | $1,099 |
| Stratford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $915 | $650 | $1,340 |
| Stratford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,075 | $825 | $1,799 |
| Stratford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,216 | $535 | $2,370 |
| Stratford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $927 | $439 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available Stratford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stratford, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Briza priced from $647. Midtown Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stratford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Briza | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $647 |
| Midtown Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 0 bed, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| College Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| Somerset Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| District 29 Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Wyndsor Terrace | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Prairieview Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $844 |
| Linden Station Apartments | 1 Bed Apartment 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Hancock Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stratford, IA and Nearby
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stratford area is the $1.03 price per square foot 3515 Lincoln Way ( 4 bdrm ) Model at Walnut Ridge in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Stratford apartment is the 4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Model at Tripp Street Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Fountainview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stratford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Ridge | 3515 Lincoln Way ( 4 bdrm ) | 4BR,3BA | $1.03 |
| Tripp Street Apartments | 4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| The Madison Apartments | 3x3 Furnished | 3BR,3BA | $0.55 |
| Cedar Pointe by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Hancock Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Kate's Landing | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Wyndsor Terrace | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Midtown Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| The Briza | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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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 Hickory Ridge Apartments listed at $699.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stratford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stratford Apartment is $647 at The Briza.
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 $825 at Wyndsor Terrace.
What is the most affordable Stratford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Stratford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alpine Manor Apartments and starts from $999.
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