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Ellston, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ellston Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ellston, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest Cove Apartments priced from $615. Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ellston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Forest Cove Apartments1x1 Small1BR,1BA$615
Foxwood ApartmentsB22BR,1BA$675
1010 N 16th St1 bedroom unit1BR,1BA$725
East Park Apartments1/2 Story Down2BR,1BA$750
Summit House Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$755
Next Level Apartments - Deer RunB12BR,1BA$825
Norwalk Village Estates2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$830
Northern Plains by KadingCottage - 22BR,1BA$895
Park Avenue Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$895
Cedarbrooke PlaceA11BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellston, IA and Nearby

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ellston area is the $1.08 price per square foot Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe in the starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Ellston apartment is the 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Providence Lane Townhomes starting at $1,640 with a $1.14 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ellston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Platinum PointePlatinum Pointe - 4 Bed4BR,3BA$1.08
Providence Lane Townhomes3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.14
Lincoln Ridge by KadingSign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free!3BR,1BA$1.14
Northern Plains by KadingCottage - 22BR,1BA$1.07
Forest Cove Apartments2x12BR,1BA$0.95
Next Level Apartments - Deer RunB12BR,1BA$1.03
Park Avenue Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.12
Summit House Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.95
Norwalk Village Estates2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.11
Foxwood ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.09

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Getting Around Ellston, IA

Walk Score®

3 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

16 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ellston Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ellston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ellston Apartment is $615 at Forest Cove Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ellston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ellston is starting from $675 at Foxwood Apartments.

What is the most affordable Ellston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ellston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Cove Apartments and starts from $899.

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