Cheap Apartments for Rent in Collins, IA from $400 (15 Rentals)
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Collins, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Collins?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Collins Studio Apartments | $878 | $725 | $1,119 |
Collins 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $685 | $2,107 |
Collins 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,157 | $615 | $2,485 |
Collins 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $465 | $2,974 |
Collins 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $445 | $2,175 |
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Cheapest Available Collins Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Collins, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodland Heights priced from $685. Parkside Luxury Apartments in the Meadow Brook North neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Collins apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Woodland Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
Parkside Luxury Apartments | S1 Ava | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Northridge Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Collins, IA and Nearby
As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Collins area is the $1.21 price per square foot Pearson Model at The Ridge at Canyon Landing Townhomes in the in the Creekside neighborhood starting from $1,710. The second greatest value Collins apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA Model at Copper Beech at Ames starting at $800 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the South Ames neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Collins apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Ridge at Canyon Landing Townhomes | Pearson | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.21 |
Copper Beech at Ames | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.65 |
Laverne Apartments | Three Bedroom, Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
The Quarters Ames | A - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.55 |
Avondale Trace Condos | AC.2B.2B.B/P | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
The Grove at Ames | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
Northridge Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Lake Shore Park | B5 | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Woodland Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Getting Around Collins, IA
Walk Score®
2 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
19 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Collins Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Collins Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Collins Apartment is $685 at Woodland Heights.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Collins Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Collins is starting from $800 at Northridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Collins Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Collins Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Quarters Ames and starts from $615.
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