516 Central Ave, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
0 bed · 1 bath · 1.2 mi from campus · 500 sq ft · Apartment
$525/mo
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Affordable student apartments near Iowa Central Community College
Explore cheap apartments near Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge, IA. This guide highlights live listings, rent trends, and student-focused insights for budget-conscious students.
Average rent
$661/mo
Walk score
81/100
Listings
18
Avg commute
~14 min
Student budget fit
Typical all-in monthly costs near Iowa Central Community College land around ~$1,290/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.
Safety insights
Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this hub are ranked for student-friendly walkability and residential stability.
Transportation for students
Transit convenience near Fort Dodge, IA scores about 75/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.
Best areas for students
Students targeting cheap apartments often start in Fort Dodge Heights and Near North before expanding search radius.
Popular apartment communities
Inventory near Iowa Central Community College includes mix of small complexes and shared houses. Compare 18 active listings filtered for cheap apartments.
Rent trends
Studio trend
$750/mo avg
1 bedroom trend
$900/mo avg
2 bedroom trend
$1,200/mo avg
This topic avg
$661/mo
Housing match score
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86/100
Relative to campus median rents
Safety
84/100
Walkability and residential stability
Convenience
81/100
Commute and daily errands
Nightlife
61/100
Social scene proximity
Transportation
74/100
Transit and bike access
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1020 Central Ave, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
1 bed · 1 bath · 1.5 mi from campus · 600 sq ft · Apartment
$525/mo
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436 N 27th St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
2 bed · 1 bath · 2.6 mi from campus · 700 sq ft · Apartment
$625/mo
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How much does cheap apartments cost near Iowa Central Community College?
Filtered listings average about $661/month. Campus-wide averages run $900 for 1BR and $1,200 for 2BR.
Is cheap apartments good for budget-conscious students?
International students should prioritize transit access, furnished options, and clear utility rules. Many arrivals time housing to orientation week — start early if you need guarantor or proof-of-funds paperwork.…
When should Iowa Central Community College students start searching?
Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Iowa Central Community College, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.
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