
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Thompson, IA from $400 (52 Rentals)
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18 S Adams Ave

Key West Apartments

Meadow Bloom Apartments

A-Lea Apartments

CityView Apartments

Flats on 21

Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

Eytcheson Estates Welcome

Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments
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Highland Hills Apartments

Deer Creek Apartments

Skye Lofts Apartments

Pebble Creek Apartments

City Center Kent Apartments

The River

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Northern Place Apartments

1200 Jade Apartments

Federal Ave Rowhomes

Kee Valley Apartments
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Bricelyn Plaza

Cypress Pointe Emmetsburg

Irish Hospital Apartments

Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)

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Radel Court

Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes

The Meadows

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Webster Apartments

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Lincoln Apartments LLC
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Southwood Flats

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Parkview Place

Shalom Tower II

Country Side

The Rolfe

Pheasant Run Apartments

The Manor

702 E Main St

110 S 4th Ave W

207 E 4th St
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Blue Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

Autumn Glen Townhomes

121 Clinton St

Grant Village

262 S Pearl St

1203 11th St NW

201 Pilgrim St

303 Chestnut St

1102 3rd St NW

1102 3rd St NW
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Thompson, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thompson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thompson Studio Apartments | $1,034 | $500 | $1,389 |
| Thompson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,261 | $525 | $2,120 |
| Thompson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,530 | $607 | $2,370 |
| Thompson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $935 | $2,794 |
| Thompson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,772 | $937 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Thompson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Thompson, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) priced from $425. Rolfe 20-Unit has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Thompson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $425 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| Meadow Bloom Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $607 |
| CityView Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thompson, IA and Nearby
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thompson area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Loft Model at Skye Lofts Apartments in the starting from $1,490. The second greatest value Thompson apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Pebble Creek Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Thompson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skye Lofts Apartments | 2 Bedroom Loft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Pebble Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Northern Place Apartments | Two Bed + Den | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Kee Valley Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| CityView Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Meadow Bloom Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| The Rolfe | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thompson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Thompson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Thompson is at Key Apartments listed at $500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Thompson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Thompson Apartment is $425 at Country Side.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Thompson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Thompson is starting from $595 at The Rolfe.
What is the most affordable Thompson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Thompson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pebble Creek Apartments and starts from $1,150.
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