Cheap Apartments for Rent near Harper, IA from $580 (42 Rentals)

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Louden Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Louden Lofts

607 W Broadway AveFairfield, IA 52556
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Tisdale Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tisdale Apartments

232 E 4th StOttumwa, IA 52501
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Carriage Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage Hill

700-710 Carriage HlIowa City, IA 52246
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Oakcrest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakcrest

801 Oakcrest StIowa City, IA 52246
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1165 S Riverside Dr
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1165 S Riverside Dr

1165 S Riverside DrIowa City, IA 52246
Student Housing
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Fairfield Estates
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Fairfield Estates

200 N 28th StFairfield, IA 52556
property at 731 Westwinds Dr
$1,095
2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 1
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731 Westwinds Dr

Iowa CityIA52246

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2870 Coral Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

2870 Coral Ct

2870 Coral CtCoralville, IA 52241
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Western Hills
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Western Hills

3701 2nd StCoralville, IA 52241
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Brickyard Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brickyard Apartments

420 Minneopa AveOttumwa, IA 52501
Corporate Housing
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Asbury Heights
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Asbury Heights

1321 Asbury AveOttumwa, IA 52501
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Harper, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Harper Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Harper, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Orchard Meadows priced from $750. Aspire at West Campus in the Coralview Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $836. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Harper apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Orchard MeadowsB1 Classic2BR,1BA$750
Aspire at West Campus2x2 Herky - Unfurnished2BR,2BA$836
808 on 5thStudioStudio,1BA$995
Washington Apartments2.1C 60%2BR,1BA$1,129
Riverview WestStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Willow Ridge Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,200
1032 Newton Rd21BR,1BA$1,400
Newton Pointe Apartments3 bed 1 bath3BR,1BA$1,425
Walden Ridge3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1,690
The Forum At Lincoln3 bed / 2 bath3BR,2BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harper, IA and Nearby

As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harper area is the $1.48 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Riverview West in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $2,170. The second greatest value Harper apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Walden Ridge starting at $1,690 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Westgate neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harper apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Riverview West3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.48
Walden Ridge3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.22
Hawks Ridge4 Bedroom-2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$0.47
Newton Pointe Apartments3 bed 1 bath3BR,1BA$1.30
The Forum At Lincoln3 bed / 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.63
Washington Apartments2.1C 60%2BR,1BA$1.18
Orchard MeadowsB1 Partially Renovated2BR,1BA$0.90
ReplayB32BR,2BA$1.73
1032 Newton Rd21BR,1BA$2.03
808 on 5th424 S1BR,1BA$1.75

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harper Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harper Apartment is $1,175 at 808 on 5th.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Harper is starting from $750 at Orchard Meadows.

What is the most affordable Harper Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Harper Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Washington Apartments and starts from $1,295.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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