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Gilbertville, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gilbertville Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gilbertville, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $295. Prairie Village of LaPorte City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $643. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gilbertville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Residences on College HillPrivate Bedroom in a 4BR Unit-Furnished Common ...4BR,1BA$295
Prairie Village of LaPorte City1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$643
Meadow Ridge Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gilbertville, IA and Nearby

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gilbertville area is the $1.23 price per square foot 1st Month Free Model at Riverwalk Residences in the in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Gilbertville apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath - Available Now! Model at Meadowbrook Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.23 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Gilbertville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Riverwalk Residences1st Month Free2BR,2BA$1.23
Meadowbrook Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath - Available Now!2BR,2BA$1.23
3714 Ravenwood Cir2 BR/ 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.10
Pineview Place ApartmentsPrime Waterloo Living: 2-Bedroom / 1-Bath Apart...2BR,1BA$1.03
Kinsale CondominiumsTwo Bedroom w/ Garage2BR,1BA$1.00
Le Chateau2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.90
Residences on College HillLarge 4-Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Roommate...4BR,1BA$1.11
124 Earl St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.13
Leavitt Park Apartments - Waterloo, IA2 Bed 1 Bath | Leavitt Park Apartments2BR,1BA$1.28
Meadow Ridge Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.11

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gilbertville

What type of rentals are currently available in Gilbertville?

There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Gilbertville, IA with pricing that ranges from $295 to $2,500. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gilbertville ranging from $525 to $2,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gilbertville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gilbertville ranges from $525 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,053.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gilbertville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gilbertville range from $505 to $1,950, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $1,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $295.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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