Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ralston, IA from $400 (37 Rentals)

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300 Barnes St

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919 N 29th St
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919 N 29th St

919 N 29th StFort Dodge, IA 50501
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Fonda Apartments
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Fonda Apartments

304 Fairburn StFonda, IA 50540

Ralston, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ralston Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ralston, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Heartland Senior Housing priced from $437. Valley Railroad Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ralston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heartland Senior Housing1BD/BA1BR,1BA$437
Valley Railroad Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$595
Woodland Park - Manson1 BR1BR,1BA$600
College Creek Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$725
SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$825
Boone Park Apartments2BR Upper2BR,1BA$835
Country Court Apartments2BNCabcrn2BR,1BA$835
Haven ApartmentsElm1BR,1BA$900
William Pointe by KadingVilla3BR,1BA$920
2nd Avenue RowhomesDiscover Modern Living at Fort Dodge's Newest R...1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ralston, IA and Nearby

As of March 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ralston area is the $1.17 price per square foot A Model at James Point Luxury Townhomes in the in the Kennybrook neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Ralston apartment is the 3x3 Furnished Model at The Madison starting at $569 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Fountainview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ralston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
James Point Luxury TownhomesA3BR,2.5BA$1.17
The Madison3x3 Furnished3BR,3BA$0.53
Twin Eagles by KadingVilla3BR,1BA$1.14
William Pointe by KadingVilla3BR,1BA$0.91
Cedar PointeVilla3BR,1BA$1.04
Valley Railroad Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$0.62
SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.00
Boone Park Apartments2BR Upper2BR,1BA$1.16
College Creek Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.16
Heartland Senior Housing1BD/BA1BR,1BA$0.73

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ralston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ralston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ralston is at Fireside at Waukee listed at $995.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ralston Apartment is $437 at Heartland Senior Housing.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ralston is starting from $510 at Heartland Senior Housing.

What is the most affordable Ralston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ralston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at William Pointe by Kading and starts from $920.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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