Cheap Apartments for Rent in State Center, IA from $300 (16 Rentals)
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State Center, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in State Center?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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State Center Studio Apartments | $783 | $650 | $870 |
State Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,093 | $394 | $2,556 |
State Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,016 | $467 | $3,174 |
State Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $960 | $465 | $2,600 |
State Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $595 | $445 | $670 |
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Cheapest Available State Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in State Center, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hubbard Maple Street Apartments priced from $450. 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 State Center apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $450 |
The Tallcorn | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
Hunters Run | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
309 N 3rd St | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in State Center, IA and Nearby
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the State Center area is the $0.65 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at Copper Beech at Ames in the in the South Ames neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value State Center apartment is the A - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Ames starting at $615 with a $0.55 price per square foot in the Grand Junction neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for State Center apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Copper Beech at Ames | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.65 |
The Quarters Ames | A - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.55 |
The Grove at Ames | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
Hotel Maytag Apartments | 2 bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
Spacious Apartments minutes from everything | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Marshalltown Estates | Unit 1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
Hunters Run | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Hubbard Maple Street Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
The Tallcorn | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
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Best Local Schools in State Center, IA
West Marshall High School
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Getting Around State Center, IA
Walk Score®
43 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap State Center Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom State Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom State Center Apartment is $450 at Hubbard Maple Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom State Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in State Center is starting from $695 at Hunters Run.
What is the most affordable State Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap State Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Marshalltown Estates and starts from $801.
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