
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Davenport Neighborhood of Davenport, IA from $400 (28 Rentals)
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Harrison Lofts

RIVERWALK LOFTS

1202 N Brady St

602 E 14th St

1724 Farnam St

1202 Brady St
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Apartments on Main

411 E 8th St

1105 Tremont Ave

1220 W 5th St

Pershing Hill Lofts

Total Monthly Price
1421 Grand Ave, Unit 1

201-203 E Locust St
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Union Arcade Building

Vue at 7th

Total Monthly Price
915 W 14th St, Unit 915

Fejervary

The Brenton Lofts

The Davenport

1428 Arlington Ave
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Kahl Lofts

Schricker Apartments

604 W 3rd St

1421 Grand Ave

Christie Park Apartments

Democrat Lofts

915 W 14th St
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Central Davenport, Davenport, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Davenport?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Davenport Studio Apartments | $934 | $625 | $1,375 |
| Central Davenport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,131 | $700 | $1,900 |
| Central Davenport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $795 | $2,300 |
| Central Davenport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $900 | $3,300 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Davenport Neighborhood of Davenport, IA.
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Cheapest Available Central Davenport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Davenport area of Davenport, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at RIVERWALK LOFTS priced from $650. Apartments on Main has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Central Davenport apartments for rent in Davenport, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Apartments on Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Pershing Hill Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $818 |
| Crescent Lofts | Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $824 |
| Christie Park Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Union Arcade Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Vue at 7th | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Federal Point | Copenhagen 60% | Studio,1BA | $930 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Davenport, IA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Davenport area is the $0.65 price per square foot 915 W 14th St Model at 915 W 14th St, Unit 915 in the in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Central Davenport apartment is the 1bd/1ba Model at Davenport Bank Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Davenport apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 915 W 14th St, Unit 915 | 915 W 14th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| Davenport Bank Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Halligan Coffee Company Lofts | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1421 Grand Ave, Unit 1 | 1421 Grand Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Gordon-Van Tine Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Crescent Lofts | Market 1 bed 1.5 bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| The Penthouse Davenport | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Christie Park Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Vue at 7th | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Davenport Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Davenport?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Davenport is under $930.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Davenport?
The cheapest apartment in Central Davenport is RIVERWALK LOFTS which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Central Davenport costs $1,612.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central 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 28 regular apartments in Central 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 Central Davenport?
Cheap apartments in Central Davenport have an average cost of $349 which is $1,263 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Davenport.
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