Charles City Apartments and Rentals

The history-filled town of Charles City, Iowa, isn't a typical small, Midwestern place. Encompassing a population of 7,500, the city is a bustling community. More than half of the residents in Charles City have German or Irish ancestry. The city's crime index of 82 is well below the United States average crime index of 319. Residents living in Charles City apartments for rent can enjoy the calm of the Midwest and still benefit from a growing community.

Since it was settled in 1851, history has filled the atmosphere of the city. The birthplace of the gasoline-powered tractor and former Hart-Parr Company are located are Charles City. Higher education is also accessible, with Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo, Iowa and the University of Northern Iowa are approximately 40 miles away. Many residents in Charles City work in the healthcare and manufacturing fields. Because Charles City is the seat of Floyd County, many residents here find employment in local government agencies and offices.

While living in a Charles City rental, enjoy a day on the court at the All Iowa Lawn Tennis Club or visit the Charles City Arts Center. For a history lesson, stop by the girlhood home of Carrie Chapman Catt, the founder of the League of Women Voters and a prominent figure that fought for women's rights and passage of the 19th Amendment. For recreation, take a walk on the Charley Western Recreational Trail or, for a city trip, visit nearby Mason City, Iowa or take a longer trip to Waterloo, Iowa.

Residents can also enjoy a day on the green at the Wildwood Golf Course, or a thrilling day amid the rapids at the Charles City Whitewater at the Riverfront Park.

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