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Grinnell, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Grinnell Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Grinnell, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak View Apartments priced from $600. Burlington Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Grinnell apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$600
Burlington Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$645
Kearney Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$819
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1,000
Element 30 ApartmentsImperium1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grinnell, KS and Nearby

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Grinnell area is the $2.15 price per square foot McKinley FURNISHED Model at Element 30 Apartments in the starting from $2,565. The second greatest value Grinnell apartment is the Three Bedroom Two Bath Model at Village at Kearney Apartments starting at $1,000 with a $0.97 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Grinnell apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Element 30 ApartmentsMcKinley FURNISHED2BR,2BA$2.15
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$0.97
102 N 9th St, Unit A102 N 9th St2BR,1BA$1.07
Burlington Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.97
Oak View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.96
Kearney Apartment HomesStudioStudio ,1BA$1.70

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Frequently Asked Questions about Grinnell

What type of rentals are currently available in Grinnell?

There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Grinnell, KS with pricing that ranges from $600 to $2,565. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Grinnell ranging from $515 to $1,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Grinnell?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Grinnell ranges from $515 to $1,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,175.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Grinnell?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Grinnell range from $895 to $1,450, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $515 to $1,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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