Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hamilton County, IA from $400 (8 Rentals)

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303 Anderson St
Studio Apartments

303 Anderson St

303 Anderson StJewell, IA 50130
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720 Funk St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

720 Funk St

720 Funk StWebster City, IA 50595

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1605 Collins St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1605 Collins St

1605 Collins StWebster City, IA 50595
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Stone Ridge Townhomes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stone Ridge Townhomes

305 Fair Meadow DrWebster City, IA 50595
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Hamilton Knolls
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Knolls

2304-2408 Des Moines StWebster City, IA 50595
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1515 Wall Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

1515 Wall Street

1515 Wall StWebster City, IA 50595
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Cheapest Available Hamilton County Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prairieview Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$844
The Allure at Rivers Edge2 Bed/2bath2BR,2BA$1,045

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton County, IA

As of June 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hamilton County area is the $0.96 price per square foot 814 Bank St Model at 814 Bank St, Unit 814 Bank in the starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Hamilton County apartment is the 912 Bell Ave Model at 912 Bell Ave, Unit #3 starting at $800 with a $0.84 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamilton County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
814 Bank St, Unit 814 Bank814 Bank St3BR,1BA$0.96
912 Bell Ave, Unit #3912 Bell Ave2BR,1BA$0.84
The Allure at Rivers Edge2 Bed/2bath2BR,2BA$1.22
1024 Tennyson Ave, Unit STRATFORD GARAGE1024 Tennyson AveStudio ,0.5BA$0.28
Prairieview Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hamilton County Apartments

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hamilton County?

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 1 regular apartments in Hamilton County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.