Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Monroe County, IA
The median gross rent in Monroe County is $723 — 5% below the Iowa state median. It ranks #28 of 99 counties for affordability.
Median rent$723
1-bedroom$604
2-bedroom$800
3-bedroom$1,092
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How to find the cheapest rent in Monroe County
- Target the $604–$800 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within Iowa.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Monroe County
- Decatur County$621
- Sac County$622
- Floyd County$627
- Wayne County$627
- Palo Alto County$631