
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ainsworth, IA from $600 (46 Rentals)
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IA City Lofts

308 N Linn St

Regency Heights (55+ Community)

Park Place

Seville

Sycamore Apartments

Scotsdale

Emerald Ct
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1165 S Riverside Dr

Riverfront Crossings

808 on 5th

330 Ridgeland Avenue

Mane Gate Apartments

Westgate Villa

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Nemitz Hall

Orchards & Woodlands

The Lundell
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Willow Ridge Apartments

Carriage Hill

532 S Dubuque St

633 Walnut St

Oakcrest

625 E Burlington St

912 2nd Ave

2635 Westwinds Dr

415 S Van Buren St
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814 Benton Dr

5 Woolf Ave

631 S Van Buren St

SoDo Flats

530 N Dubuque St

Hawkeye Park

804 N Dubuque St

902 North Dodge Street Apartments

1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments
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The Overlook

1014 Oakcrest Street Iowa City IA

719 Westwinds Dr

728 Westwinds Dr

734 Westwinds Dr

2620 Westwinds Dr

521 Kirkwood Ave

100 Grandview Ct

1602 Spruce St
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500 Grandview Ct
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 | $1,297 | $780 | $1,850 |
| Ainsworth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $665 | $2,019 |
| Ainsworth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $700 | $2,400 |
| Ainsworth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,256 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Ainsworth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,106 | $1,790 | $2,730 |
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Cheapest Available Ainsworth Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ainsworth, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS priced from $700. 308 N Linn St in the Fair Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ainsworth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Aspire at West Campus | 2x2 Herky - Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $812 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Seville | 1 BR - Sublet | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| 1165 S Riverside Dr | Studio - Twin | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| 808 on 5th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| The Lundell | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Willow Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ainsworth, IA and Nearby
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ainsworth area is the $1.44 price per square foot G Model at The Hawthorne in the in the The Pond's Edge neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Ainsworth apartment is the C1 - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Iowa City starting at $695 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Fair 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hawthorne | G | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| Newton Pointe Apartments | 3 bed 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Forum At Lincoln | 3 bed / 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 926 Harlocke St (IC) | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Seville | 1 BR - Sublet | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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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 $700 at MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS.
What is the most affordable Ainsworth Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ainsworth Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS and starts from $870.
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