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702 S Roche St

303 S Madison St

124 S 2nd St

116 Harbet Ave NW

5016 1st Ave NW

306 Central Dr

604 10th St

230 N High Ave

1020 1st Ave W
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Malcom, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Malcom?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Malcom 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,094 | $725 | $1,345 |
Malcom 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,734 | $1,010 | $2,800 |
Malcom 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,328 | $1,425 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Malcom Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Malcom, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood priced from $395. The Tallcorn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $475. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Malcom apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $395 |
The Tallcorn | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
Shamrock Apartments | Shamrock small 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $555 |
Goldfinch Meadows | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
Prairie Village of LaPorte City | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $643 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malcom, IA and Nearby
As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Malcom area is the $0.97 price per square foot B3 Model at Southern Hills in the starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Malcom apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Raintree Apartments starting at $885 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Young's Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Malcom apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Southern Hills | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
Raintree Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Orchard Lane Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Hunters Run | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 BD Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
SUNDANCE MARSHALLTOWN APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
Woodland Heights | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
The Tallcorn | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Malcom
What type of rentals are currently available in Malcom?
There are currently 43 Apartments for Rent in Malcom, IA with pricing that ranges from $394 to $3,120. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Malcom ranging from $645 to $3,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Malcom?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Malcom ranges from $645 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,506.
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