
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Thayer, IA from $500 (22 Rentals)
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Thayer, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thayer?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Thayer Studio Apartments | $1,015 | $530 | $1,622 |
Thayer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,198 | $500 | $1,913 |
Thayer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,333 | $683 | $3,121 |
Thayer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,555 | $1,050 | $4,034 |
Thayer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,483 | $2,000 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Available Thayer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Thayer, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood priced from $683. East Park Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Thayer apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Foxwood Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $683 |
East Park Apartments | 1/2 Story Down | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $755 |
The Bridges | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
Next Level Apartments - Deer Run | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thayer, IA and Nearby
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Thayer area is the $1.08 price per square foot Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe in the starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Thayer apartment is the 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Providence Lane Townhomes starting at $1,640 with a $1.14 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Thayer apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Platinum Pointe | Platinum Pointe - 4 Bed | 4BR,3BA | $1.08 |
Providence Lane Townhomes | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.14 |
Cascades at Jordan Creek | The Ventura With Detached Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Bella Terra | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Lincoln Ridge by Kading | Sign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free! | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Next Level Apartments - Deer Run | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Norwalk Village Estates | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Foxwood Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Summit House Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Getting Around Thayer, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thayer Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Thayer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Thayer Apartment is $689 at Foxwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Thayer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Thayer is starting from $683 at Foxwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Thayer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Thayer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northern Plains by Kading and starts from $1,050.
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