
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wadena, IA from $300 (32 Rentals)
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Meadow Ridge Apartments

Prairie Village of LaPorte City

228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments

1150 Home Park Blvd

Rolling Meadows Apartments
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Falls Edge Studios

2836 Independence Ave

216 Courtland St

313 Dearborn Ave

17 5th St NW

147 French St

2 1st St NE
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1213 Manson St

1123 N Barclay St

1503 Franklin St

105 Ludland Dr

247 Madison St

429 Anthony St

127 Quincy St
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27 2nd Ave SE

420 Boston Ave

518 Kern St

121 1st St NW
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Wadena, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wadena Studio Apartments | $943 | $795 | $1,300 |
| Wadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,148 | $600 | $1,800 |
| Wadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $700 | $2,500 |
| Wadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,171 | $750 | $1,900 |
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Cheapest Available Wadena Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wadena, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Meadows Apartments in the Southlawn Court neighborhood priced from $600. Meadow Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wadena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadows Apartments | Meadows 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Prairie Village of LaPorte City | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $643 |
| 1106-1110 Kent Circle | Updated Cozy 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment in SW... | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 1150 Home Park Blvd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Le Chateau | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| 1637 Carriage Hill | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| 124 Earl St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| 228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments | 2nd Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments | Charming 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wadena, IA and Nearby
As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wadena area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2 BR/ 2 BA Model at 3714 Ravenwood Cir in the starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Wadena apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Hawkeye Towers (new) starting at $505 with a $0.50 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Wadena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3714 Ravenwood Cir | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Hawkeye Towers (new) | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.50 |
| Pineview Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Le Chateau | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.85 |
| Lawler School Lofts | 2BR/1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC | 2 Bed Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 1150 Home Park Blvd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Meadows 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
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Getting Around Wadena, IA
Walk Score®
4 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
12 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wadena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wadena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wadena is at 228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wadena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wadena Apartment is $600 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wadena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wadena is starting from $700 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the most affordable Wadena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wadena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows Apartments and starts from $750.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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