Last updated April 14, 2026
Average Rent in Iowa (2026)
Average rent across Iowa is $1,131/mo as of April 2026, based on 36 units tracked daily across 17 cities and 26 apartment communities. Prices range from $695 to $1,650.
Iowa Rent by City
Compare average rent across all Iowa cities we track. Prices come from our proprietary data sourcing, refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pella | $1,445 | -- | 1 | $1,445 |
| Knoxville | $1,295 | -- | 1 | $1,295 |
| Urbandale | $1,288 | -- | 2 | $925 |
| Marshalltown | $1,255 | -- | 2 | $1,110 |
| Newton | $1,210 | -- | 2 | $1,010 |
| Bondurant | $1,210 | -- | 1 | $1,210 |
| Altoona | $1,210 | -- | 1 | $1,210 |
| Prairie City | $1,200 | -- | 1 | $1,200 |
| Boone | $1,171 | -- | 8 | $925 |
| Madrid | $1,163 | -- | 2 | $975 |
| Cherokee | $1,130 | -- | 2 | $925 |
| Indianola | $1,110 | -- | 1 | $1,110 |
| Osceola | $1,040 | -- | 5 | $995 |
| Winterset | $995 | -- | 2 | $995 |
| Grinnell | $995 | -- | 2 | $995 |
| Perry | $920 | -- | 1 | $920 |
| Corydon | $840 | -- | 2 | $695 |
Which Iowa Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
Pella averages $1,445/mo (stable vs. last month). Knoxville averages $1,295/mo (stable vs. last month). Urbandale averages $1,288/mo (stable vs. last month). Marshalltown averages $1,255/mo (stable vs. last month). Newton averages $1,210/mo (stable vs. last month). Bondurant averages $1,210/mo (stable vs. last month). Altoona averages $1,210/mo (stable vs. last month). Prairie City averages $1,200/mo (stable vs. last month). Boone averages $1,171/mo (stable vs. last month). Madrid averages $1,163/mo (stable vs. last month). Cherokee averages $1,130/mo (stable vs. last month). Indianola averages $1,110/mo (stable vs. last month). Osceola averages $1,040/mo (stable vs. last month). Winterset averages $995/mo (stable vs. last month). Grinnell averages $995/mo (stable vs. last month). Perry averages $920/mo (stable vs. last month). Corydon averages $840/mo (stable vs. last month).
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Iowa broken down by apartment size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom | $898 | $695 | $995 | 6 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,177 | $920 | $1,650 | 30 |
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What is the average rent in Iowa?
The average rent in Iowa is $1,131 per month as of April 2026, based on 36 units tracked across 17 cities.
Which Iowa city has the cheapest rent?
Corydon has the lowest average rent in Iowa at $840 per month, with units starting from $695.
Are rents going up or down in Iowa?
Rents in Iowa have remained stable over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Iowa?
1-bedroom data is currently being collected.
What is the most expensive city in Iowa?
Pella is the most expensive city in Iowa with an average rent of $1,445 per month.
How many apartments are available in Iowa?
We track 36 individual units across 26 apartment communities in 17 Iowa cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Iowa?
Studio data is currently being collected.
How often are Iowa rent prices updated?
Our proprietary data sourcing refreshes real asking prices every morning. All Iowa rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.