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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harlan?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Harlan Studio Apartments | $1,048 | $895 | $1,716 |
Harlan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $575 | $2,304 |
Harlan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,566 | $700 | $3,101 |
Harlan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $1,050 | $2,450 |
Harlan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $1,500 | $1,646 |
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Cheapest Available Harlan Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Harlan, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Second in the Old Market neighborhood priced from $800. 3633 Avenue A in the Old Market neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Harlan apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Maple Second | One Bed/One Bath | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
3633 Avenue A | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Larimore Senior Residences | One Bed/One Bat 60% Hh | 1BR,1BA | $883 |
The Bluffs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Sherwood Forest Apartments | 1 bd x 1 bth- small | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harlan, IA and Nearby
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Harlan area is the $1.18 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Cornerstone Apartments in the in the Old Market neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Harlan apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at The Archive starting at $1,475 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Twin City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harlan apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cornerstone Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
The Archive | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Deer Park | Whitetail | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Highclere Apartments | 2 Beds 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
Old Market Lofts | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
Deerfield | Two Bedroom 22A | 2BR,1.75BA | $1.34 |
Nichol Flats | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Larimore Senior Residences | One Bed/One Bath - 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
The Bluffs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Sherwood Forest Apartments | 1 bd x 1 bth- small | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Getting Around Harlan, IA
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harlan Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Harlan?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Harlan is at The Archive listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Harlan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harlan Apartment is $800 at Maple Second.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Harlan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Harlan is starting from $850 at 3633 Avenue A.
What is the most affordable Harlan Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Harlan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3633 Avenue A and starts from $1,050.
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