
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Colwell, IA from $300 (40 Rentals)
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18 S Adams Ave

Key West Apartments

Flats on 21

Gold Falls Villa Apartments

Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments

Pebble Creek Apartments

City Center Kent Apartments
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The River

University Manor

Brentwood Apartments

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Union at North Crossing

Rolling Meadows

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Northern Place Apartments

1200 Jade Apartments
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Federal Ave Rowhomes

Thunder Ridge Apartments

Wild Grove Apartments

Elmcrest

Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)

Briar Grove Apartments

The Meadows

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Webster Apartments

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Lincoln Apartments LLC

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Parkview Place

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Mill on Main I & II

Shalom Tower II

131 S Vine St

1918 Olive St

The Manor
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Pointe West Apartments

Grant Village

303 Chestnut St

The Urban Flats

Waverly Palace Theatre Apartments

1111 4th St NW

310 N Genevieve St

510 Barnett Dr
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Colwell, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colwell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colwell Studio Apartments | $1,076 | $500 | $1,389 |
| Colwell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $525 | $1,719 |
| Colwell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $800 | $2,279 |
| Colwell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,592 | $935 | $2,509 |
| Colwell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $395 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Colwell Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Colwell, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $350. Key Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Colwell apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $350 |
| Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| Gold Falls Villa Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (June & Aug '25) | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Northern Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $860 |
| The River | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $865 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colwell, IA and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colwell area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Pinnacle Villages in the starting from $1,730. The second greatest value Colwell apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Pebble Creek Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Colwell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle Villages | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
| Pebble Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 08 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Meadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Elmcrest | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Northern Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (June & Aug '25) | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colwell Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Colwell?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Colwell is at Key Apartments listed at $500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Colwell Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Colwell Apartment is $525 at 18 S Adams Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Colwell Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Colwell is starting from $860 at Northern Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Colwell Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Colwell Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pebble Creek Apartments and starts from $1,150.
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