
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Elk Run Heights, IA from $300 (44 Rentals)
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Meadow Ridge Apartments

Prairie Village of LaPorte City

Russell Lamson

Gold Falls Villa Apartments

Kent Circle

Kingswood Place

Le Chateau
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228 Spaces

University Manor

Union at North Crossing

Legacy Manor of Waterloo - 55+ Living

Edgemont Park Apartments

Falls Edge Studios

4th Street Manor

102 South St
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313 Dearborn Ave

532 Western Ave

235 Madison St

128 Lafayette St

611 Sycamore St

219 Madison St

249 Madison St

24 Van Buren St
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269 Madison St

1224-1282 W Mullan Ave

Fox Meadow Senior Apartments

1637 Carriage Hill Dr

124-136 Earl St

216 Courtland St

2001 City View St

719 W 5th St
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The Preserve at Crossroads

Westwood Apartments

301 Rath St

508 Mobile St

121 Butler Ave

506 Fowler St

243 Polk St

230 Polk St
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1150 Home Park Blvd

606 Sycamore St

343 Albany St

226 Randolph St
Elk Run Heights, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elk Run Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elk Run Heights Studio Apartments | $1,091 | $525 | $1,450 |
| Elk Run Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,166 | $643 | $1,800 |
| Elk Run Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,359 | $765 | $1,950 |
| Elk Run Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $1,145 | $1,950 |
| Elk Run Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $1,400 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Available Elk Run Heights Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elk Run Heights, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $350. Meadow Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elk Run Heights apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $350 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Prairie Village of LaPorte City | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $643 |
| Russell Lamson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Gold Falls Villa Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Le Chateau | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (June & Aug '25) | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Edgemont Park Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment With Balcony At Top Rated... | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Leavitt Park Apartments - Waterloo, IA | ***FIRST MONTH FREE!*** 2 Bed 1 Bath | Leavitt ... | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elk Run Heights, IA and Nearby
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elk Run Heights area is the $1.02 price per square foot Beautiful HUGE 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Apartment in Gr... Model at Pineview Place Apartments in the starting from $1,220. The second greatest value Elk Run Heights apartment is the 1st Month Free Model at Riverwalk Residences starting at $1,250 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elk Run Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pineview Place Apartments | Beautiful HUGE 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Apartment in Gr... | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Riverwalk Residences | 1st Month Free | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| 3714 Ravenwood Cir | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Prairie Rapids | 2bed/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Le Chateau | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| The Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Gold Falls Villa Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elk Run Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elk Run Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elk Run Heights is at Russell Lamson listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elk Run Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elk Run Heights Apartment is $625 at Meadow Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elk Run Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elk Run Heights is starting from $775 at Meadow Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Elk Run Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elk Run Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Union at North Crossing and starts from $1,185.
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