
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Ainsworth, IA from $600 (40 Rentals)
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IA City Lofts

308 N Linn St

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Park Place

Sycamore Apartments

Seville

Regency Heights (55+ Community)
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1165 S Riverside Dr

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808 on 5th

330 Ridgeland Ave

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Westgate Villa
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Nemitz Hall

Orchards & Woodlands

923 1/2 E Washington St

500 E Third St

Carriage Hill

338 Cemetery Ln

532 S Dubuque St

633 Walnut St
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Oakcrest

625 E Burlington St

151 E 3rd St

410 Burlington St

415 S Van Buren St

5 Woolf Ave

SoDo Flats

2434 Lakeside Dr
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631 S Van Buren St

530 N Dubuque St

Hawkeye Park

804 N Dubuque St

2432 Petsel Pl

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Ainsworth, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ainsworth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ainsworth Studio Apartments | $1,132 | $780 | $1,550 |
| Ainsworth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,269 | $665 | $2,019 |
| Ainsworth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $700 | $2,400 |
| Ainsworth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $725 | $3,300 |
| Ainsworth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,800 | $2,730 |
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Cheapest Available Ainsworth Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ainsworth, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 308 N Linn St in the Fair Meadows neighborhood priced from $800. 1165 S Riverside Dr in the Cottage Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $990. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ainsworth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| 1165 S Riverside Dr | Studio - Twin | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| 808 on 5th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Nemitz Hall | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,095 |
| Willow Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| IA City Lofts | First Floor Units | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 630 S Capitol | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,365 |
| Manville Terrace | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 1032 Newton Rd | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ainsworth, IA and Nearby
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ainsworth area is the $0.88 price per square foot 4 bedroom 4 bath Model at 630 S Capitol in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $1,365. The second greatest value Ainsworth apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Nemitz Hall starting at $1,095 with a $0.76 price per square foot in the Threshers Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ainsworth apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 630 S Capitol | 4 bedroom 4 bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.88 |
| Nemitz Hall | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| The Hawthorne | G | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| The Chauncey | Studio, Two Bed — Standard | Studio ,1BA | $2.51 |
| 1032 Newton Rd | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 808 on 5th | 424 S | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| IA City Lofts | First Floor Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.23 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ainsworth Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ainsworth?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ainsworth is at 308 N Linn St listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ainsworth Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ainsworth Apartment is $800 at 308 N Linn St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ainsworth Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ainsworth is starting from $1,095 at Nemitz Hall.
What is the most affordable Ainsworth Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ainsworth Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Hawthorne and starts from $1,800.
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