Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fort Dodge, IA from $400 (34 Rentals)

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Heartland Senior Housing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heartland Senior Housing

610 Central AveFort Dodge, IA 50501
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Wahkonsa Manor
Studio Apartments

Wahkonsa Manor

927 Central AveFort Dodge, IA 50501
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919 N 29th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

919 N 29th St

919 N 29th StFort Dodge, IA 50501
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Westridge Townhomes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westridge Townhomes

122 Avenue M WFort Dodge, IA 50501
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Rolfe 20-Unit
2 Bedroom Apartments

Rolfe 20-Unit

1106-1108 Elm StRolfe, IA 50581
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Furman Regency Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Furman Regency Court

3020 Regency CtAmes, IA 50010
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Fonda Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fonda Apartments

304 Fairburn StFonda, IA 50540
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141 Campus Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

141 Campus Ave

141 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014

Fort Dodge, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fort Dodge Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Dodge, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Rolfe 20-Unit priced from $500. Woodland Park - Manson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Dodge apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rolfe 20-Unit2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$500
Woodland Park - Manson1 BR1BR,1BA$600
College Creek ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$670
Wyndsor TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$740
Western Hills Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$745
Phillips Luxury Apartments1Br1Bc1BR,1BA$787
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bathStudio,1BA$799
Somerset Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
The Allure at Rivers Edge2 Bed/2bath2BR,2BA$895
SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Dodge, IA and Nearby

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Dodge area is the $0.53 price per square foot 3x3 Furnished Model at The Madison in the in the Fountainview neighborhood starting from $569. The second greatest value Fort Dodge apartment is the 3304 Polaris ( 3 bedroom ) Model at Northern Lights Apartments starting at $1,140 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Dodge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Madison3x3 Furnished3BR,3BA$0.53
Northern Lights Apartments3304 Polaris ( 3 bedroom )3BR,2BA$1.07
Cedar PointeVilla3BR,1BA$1.04
Somerset Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Western Hills Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.05
839-841 Dickinson Ave3 BR/ 2 BA3BR,2BA$1.17
The Allure at Rivers Edge2 Bed/2bath2BR,2BA$1.05
SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.08
Point at AmesFrisco A2BR,2BA$1.05
Rolfe 20-Unit2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.82

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Getting Around Fort Dodge, IA

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

20 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Dodge Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fort Dodge?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fort Dodge is at College Creek Apartments listed at $670.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Dodge Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Dodge Apartment is $600 at Woodland Park - Manson.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fort Dodge is starting from $500 at Rolfe 20-Unit.

What is the most affordable Fort Dodge Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fort Dodge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Pointe and starts from $1,045.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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