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235 Madison St

307 Riehl St

219 Madison St

136 Main St
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24 Van Buren St

269 Madison St

121 Butler Ave

227 Boston Ave

2747 E 4th St
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1246 Columbia St

816 5th Ave NE

717 Adams St

12 6th Ave NE

409 Norwood Ave
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Wadena, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Wadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wadena 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $830 | $675 | $950 |
| Wadena 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,128 | $850 | $1,450 |
| Wadena 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,150 | $975 | $1,425 |
| Wadena 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,525 | $1,525 | $1,525 |
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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 $620. 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 | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Prairie Village of LaPorte City | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $643 |
| Brookside Apartments | One-Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Russell Lamson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wadena, IA and Nearby
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wadena area is the $0.85 price per square foot 3BR/2B Model at Lawler School Lofts in the starting from $1,017. The second greatest value Wadena apartment is the 2 BR/ 2 BA Model at 3714 Ravenwood Cir starting at $1,150 with a $1.10 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawler School Lofts | 3BR/2B | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| 3714 Ravenwood Cir | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments | 3 bedroom/2bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| West Brook Apartments | Brand New 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Units at West Br... | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Pineview Place Apartments | Prime Waterloo Living: 2-Bedroom / 1-Bath Apart... | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Le Chateau | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC | 2 Bed Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Wadena?
There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Wadena, IA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $2,100. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wadena ranging from $575 to $1,525.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wadena?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wadena ranges from $575 to $1,525 with an average monthly rent of $979.
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