Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gilbert, IA from $300 (5 Rentals)

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520 5th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

520 5th St

520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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307 Lynn Ave
4 Bedroom Apartments

307 Lynn Ave

307 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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Gilbert, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gilbert Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gilbert, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Grandview Square Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood priced from $675. Melrose Park Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gilbert apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grandview Square Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$675
Melrose Park Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$705
Bergengreen Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$785

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gilbert, IA and Nearby

As of July 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gilbert area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1,218 sq ft Model at Grayhawk Apartments in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,680. The second greatest value Gilbert apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Remodel Model at Alpine Manor Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gilbert apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grayhawk Apartments2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1,218 sq ft2BR,2BA$1.38
Alpine Manor Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Remodel3BR,2BA$1.12
Grandview Square Apartments2bed 1bth2BR,1BA$0.78
Somerset Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Prairie WestJuly- 2 Bedroom (Renovated)2BR,1BA$1.32
2706 Kent Ave2706 Kent Ave ( 2 bedroom )2BR,2BA$1.23
Hyland Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,2BA$1.23
Wyndsor Terrace2 bed 1.5 bath2BR,1.5BA$1.15
Bergengreen Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.16
Melrose Park Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.29

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Getting Around Gilbert, IA

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18 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gilbert Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gilbert Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gilbert Apartment is $675 at Grandview Square Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gilbert Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gilbert is starting from $775 at Grandview Square Apartments.

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