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property at 707 N Brady St

707 N Brady St

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432 W 3rd St

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Davenport, IA

Pricing Updated: 10/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Davenport, IA area range in price from $488 to $2,400 with an overall median price of $1,202. The three Davenport neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Northwest Davenport at $610, West End at $700, and Centennial Gateway at $565. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Davenport Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Northwest Davenport$1,072$61030
West End$1,110$70030
Centennial Gateway$1,195$565107
Downtown Davenport$1,195$565105
Gold Coast$1,195$565108
Hilltop Davenport$1,195$565121
Jefferson$1,195$565122
Near North Side$1,195$551181
Riverview Terrace$1,195$565106
Southwest Gateway$1,195$565100

Cheapest Available Davenport Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Davenport, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Ecumenical New Horizons in the North Side neighborhood priced from $576. Woodland Apartments in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $610. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Davenport apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ecumenical New Horizons2 Bed Apartment2BR,1BA$576
Woodland Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$610
Carriage Hill1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$625
Candlelight CourtOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$625
Harrison LoftsStudio - 40%Studio,1BA$627
Shire and Rivendell Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$650
RIVERWALK LOFTS1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$650
Jebens Court Apartments1 bed1BR,1BA$675
Lincoln Manor ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Breckenridge Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Davenport, IA

As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Davenport area is the $0.47 price per square foot 2210 W 4th St Model at 2210 W 4th St, Unit 2210 W 4th Street #1 in the in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood starting from $700. The second greatest value Davenport apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Model at Pierce School Lofts starting at $1,325 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Davenport apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2210 W 4th St, Unit 2210 W 4th Street #12210 W 4th St2BR,1BA$0.47
Pierce School Lofts2 Bedroom / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.92
Ecumenical New Horizons2 Bed Apartment2BR,1BA$0.46
201 E Dover Ct, Unit Upper201 E Dover Ct2BR,1BA$0.83
Downtown Townhomes2 bed2BR,1BA$0.85
Democrat Lofts1x11BR,1BA$0.98
Candlelight CourtTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.88
Eastridge Villa1 bed1BR,1BA$0.98
Carriage Hill1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.88
RIVERWALK LOFTS1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.99

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Davenport Overview

A charmingly rustic gem on the banks of the Mississippi River, Davenport IA is complete with country charm, modern architecture, and beautiful vistas of the Mississippi valley. The third largest city in Iowa, the people, activities, and landmarks that fill Davenport create a idyllic picture of a neighborhood community that is a perfect fit for every kind of apartment owner. 

Why live in Davenport, IA?

Davenport is an easy to overlook city, which adds even more color to its innate charm. From riverside to city center, living here is made special by the people who inhabit it. Apartments in Davenport offer a true feeling of community through gathering close-knit relationships, a stong work ethic, and a guarded love of their city’s deep history. No matter how long you stay in Davenport, it will always feel like home. 

Davenport, IA
Population: 102,085

Ranked #305

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Davenport, IA

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Davenport Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Davenport?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Davenport is under $695.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Davenport?

The cheapest apartment in Davenport is Carriage Hill which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Davenport costs $1,202.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Davenport?

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 200 regular apartments in Davenport 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 Davenport?

Cheap apartments in Davenport have an average cost of $246 which is $956 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Davenport.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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