
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bettendorf Neighborhood of Bettendorf, IA from $400 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Bettendorf area of Bettendorf.


Lincoln Manor Apartments

Williamsburg Apartments

Pius Lane Apartments

Eastridge Villa
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1215 24th Street Place - River Oaks Apartments
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Downtown Bettendorf, Bettendorf, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Bettendorf?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bettendorf Studio Apartments | $875 | $700 | $1,050 |
| Downtown Bettendorf 1 Bedroom Apartments | $975 | $625 | $1,499 |
| Downtown Bettendorf 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $775 | $2,600 |
| Downtown Bettendorf 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $1,050 | $1,840 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Bettendorf Neighborhood of Bettendorf, IA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bettendorf Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bettendorf area of Bettendorf, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Shire and Rivendell Apartments priced from $650. Lincoln Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bettendorf apartments for rent in Bettendorf, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shire and Rivendell Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Lincoln Manor Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Williamsburg Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Valley View | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Pius Lane Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bettendorf, IA
As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bettendorf area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Model at Pierce School Lofts in the in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Downtown Bettendorf apartment is the The Monroe Model at LeClaire starting at $1,065 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Villa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bettendorf apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pierce School Lofts | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| LeClaire | The Monroe | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Downtown Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 2432 Cypress Dr, Unit 2432 | 2432 Cypress Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Eastridge Villa | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Moline High School Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Pius Lane Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1215 24th Street Place - River Oaks Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Valley View | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Shire and Rivendell Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Bettendorf, Bettendorf, IA
Ranked #5
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Bettendorf, Bettendorf, IA
Bettendorf Middle School
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Getting Around the Downtown Bettendorf Neighborhood in Bettendorf, IA
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bettendorf Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Bettendorf?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Bettendorf is Shire and Rivendell Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Downtown Bettendorf costs $1,517.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Bettendorf?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Downtown Bettendorf that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Bettendorf?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Bettendorf have an average cost of $115 which is $1,402 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Bettendorf.
Expert Rental Resources
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