
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clear Lake, IA from $400 (24 Rentals)
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Shalom Tower II

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18 S Adams Ave

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Pheasant Run Apartments

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125 6th St NE

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Clear Lake, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clear Lake?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Clear Lake Studio Apartments | $834 | $405 | $1,341 |
Clear Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,020 | $495 | $1,790 |
Clear Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $650 | $2,325 |
Clear Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $925 | $1,860 |
Clear Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $937 | $1,450 |
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Cheapest Available Clear Lake Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clear Lake, IA is a Studio unit found at Shalom Tower II priced from $405. Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clear Lake apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Shalom Tower II | Tower I Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $405 |
Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $450 |
Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $450 |
City Center Kent Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clear Lake, IA and Nearby
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clear Lake area is the $0.53 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Pheasant Run Apartments in the starting from $760. The second greatest value Clear Lake apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at The Meadows starting at $1,125 with a $1.17 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Clear Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pheasant Run Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.53 |
The Meadows | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Phillips Luxury Apartments | 1BR1BAb | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
Pebble Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
Shalom Tower II | Tower II - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
CityView Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Palisades | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Getting Around Clear Lake, IA
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clear Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clear Lake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clear Lake is at Shalom Tower II listed at $405.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clear Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clear Lake Apartment is $450 at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clear Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clear Lake is starting from $650 at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties).
What is the most affordable Clear Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clear Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pheasant Run Apartments and starts from $760.
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