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  7. Building Photo - 302 S 8th St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $845
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$845 - $900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$845 - $900

    302 S 8th St

    302 S 8th St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
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  8. Building Photo - 308 S 8th St
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    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $725
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$725
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$725

    308 S 8th St Unit 4

    308 S 8th St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
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  9. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,200

    1525 6th Ave S

    1525 6th Ave S, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
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  10. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$900

    1302 2nd Ave N

    1302 2nd Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
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  11. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000

    1115 S 21st St

    1115 S 21st St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
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    739 Ave C

    739 Ave C, Fort Dodge, IA 50501

Fort Dodge at a Glance

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Fort Dodge, IA Apartments for Rent

Located along the Des Moines River in north-central Iowa, Fort Dodge offers a rich historical legacy dating back to its founding as a military outpost in 1850. Apartments for rent in Fort Dodge provide access to a community that combines historic architecture with contemporary conveniences, all while maintaining affordable living costs compared to other Iowa cities. With an average one-bedroom apartment renting for around $945 per month, Fort Dodge presents an economical housing option in a mid-sized Iowa community of nearly 25,000 residents.

Fort Dodge serves as a commercial center for north-central and northwest Iowa, with employment opportunities spanning biofuels, gypsum processing, veterinary pharmaceuticals, and retail sectors. The city features Rosedale Rapids aquatic center, Oleson Park's trails and restored band shell, and John F. Kennedy Memorial Park for camping and outdoor recreation. Cultural attractions include the historic Blanden Memorial Art Museum, established as Iowa's first public art museum, the summer Shellabration music festival, and Fort Dodge Senior High School's musical theater program, which has run continuously since 1927.

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Fort Dodge High School

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Public
Grades 9-12
1,000 Students
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Fort Dodge Middle School

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Grades 6-8
759 Students
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Feelhaver Elementary School

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Grades K-5
200 Students
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Duncombe Elementary School

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Grades K-5
449 Students
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Butler Elementary School

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Grades K-5
307 Students
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Cooper Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-5
214 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Fort Dodge, IA

What are the average rent costs in Fort Dodge, IA?

The average rent in Fort Dodge, IA is $909.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Fort Dodge, IA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Fort Dodge, IA is $714.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Fort Dodge, IA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Fort Dodge, IA is $909.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Fort Dodge, IA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Fort Dodge, IA is $1,155.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Fort Dodge, IA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Fort Dodge, IA is $1,629.

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