Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hamilton, IA from $300 (10 Rentals)

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Stella Townhomes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

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1236 Bliss StreetGrinnell, IA 50112
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17 E Howard St
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17 E Howard St

17 E Howard StColfax, IA 50054
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110 N Maple St
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110 N Maple St

110 N Maple StColfax, IA 50054
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Hamilton, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hamilton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hamilton, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood priced from $395. Hunters Run has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $553. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hamilton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B1BR,1BA$395
Hunters RunA11BR,1BA$553
Foxwood ApartmentsB22BR,1BA$638

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton, IA and Nearby

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hamilton area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Hamilton apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at THE ARBORS APARTMENTS starting at $825 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the East Gate Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamilton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
THE ARBORS APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.83
Hotel Maytag Apartments2 bedroom A2BR,1BA$0.75
Linden East ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.00
Northern Plains by KadingCottage - 22BR,1BA$1.07
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.97
Foxwood ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$0.88
Next Level Apartments - Deer RunB12BR,1BA$1.03
Hunters RunA21BR,1BA$0.87
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B1BR,1BA$0.61

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Getting Around Hamilton, IA

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4 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

23 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hamilton Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hamilton Apartment is $395 at The Reserves at South Lake.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hamilton is starting from $470 at The Reserves at South Lake.

What is the most affordable Hamilton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hamilton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Reserves at South Lake and starts from $536.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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