
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Brighton, IA (34 Rentals)


The Lundell

Replay

1032 Newton Rd

1165 S Riverside Dr

The Nest Iowa City

Park Place

316 Maddie

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Aspire at West Campus

Seville
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811 E College St

808 on 5th

Ottumwa Heights Apartments

Riverfront Crossings

SoDo Flats

532 S Dubuque St
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2635 Westwinds Dr

5 S Johnson St

2254 S Riverside Dr

500 Grandview Ct

Fairfield Park II Apartments

Carriage Hill

Hawkeye Park

1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments

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Asbury Heights

631 S Van Buren St
Brighton, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brighton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Studio Apartments | $1,192 | $900 | $1,495 |
| Brighton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,248 | $580 | $2,019 |
| Brighton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,301 | $680 | $2,400 |
| Brighton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Brighton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,800 | $2,730 |
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Largest Available Brighton and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Brighton, IA is found at Riverfront Crossings in the Fair Meadows neighborhood and is 1,292 square feet priced from $1,650. 808 on 5th in the Coralview Heights neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 954 square feet and currently listed start at $1,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Brighton:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Crossings | 1BR - P w/Office | 1,292 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| 808 on 5th | 758 L4 | 954 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| SoDo Flats | 1 Bedroom M Balcony | 775 Sq Ft | $1,195 |
| Ottumwa Heights Apartments | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| 1032 Newton Rd | 2 | 691 Sq Ft | $1,400 |
| 316 Maddie | One bedroom, One Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| Aspire at West Campus | 1x1 Kinnick - Unfurnished | 576 Sq Ft | $1,413 |
| 1165 S Riverside Dr | 1 Bedroom - Large | 550 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
| Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 420 Sq Ft | $910 |
Cheapest Available Brighton and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 12, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Brighton, IA is the One Bedroom Units Model starting from $910 at Sycamore Apartments in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. The second most affordable Brighton 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom M Model at SoDo Flats starting at $1,150 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Brighton is currently $1,248. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Brighton:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | $910 |
| SoDo Flats | 1 Bedroom M | $1,150 |
| 808 on 5th | A-1 | $1,175 |
| 1165 S Riverside Dr | 1 Bedroom - Large | $1,175 |
| Riverfront Crossings | 1BR - JJ | $1,195 |
| 1032 Newton Rd | 2 | $1,400 |
| Aspire at West Campus | 1x1 Kinnick - Unfurnished | $1,413 |
| 316 Maddie | One bedroom, One Bath | $1,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Brighton Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Brighton with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Brighton is at Sycamore Apartments listed at $910.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Brighton Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Brighton is $1,248.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Brighton Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Brighton is a 1,292 square feet unit starting from $1,650 at Riverfront Crossings.
What is the average size for Brighton 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Brighton is currently 613 sq ft.
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