
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hiawatha, IA from $400 (27 Rentals)
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102 Oak St, Unit #1, Unit #1

Woodcrest Apartments

102 Oak St, Unit #4, Unit #4

Robinwood Apartments

Cedar Trail Village
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59-95 E Clark St

Camelot Apartments

980 Eisenhower Rd

ARRO Senior (55+) Apartments

The Pointe at Cedar Rapids

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Wildwood Apartments
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St. Andrews Apartments

Valley View

Overlook 380

Cambridge Townhomes

1230 Murray St NE, Unit 1200 Murray st ne, Unit 1200 Murray st ne

Westgate SW - RESIDENT Heat & Water PAID!
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Cedar Ridge Apartments

2055 Blairs Ferry Rd NE

138 33rd St Dr SE

3630 Oakland Rd NE

1414 Oakland Rd NE

Trail Ridge NE
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4521 Rushmore Dr NE

307 Velvas St

1017 19th St SE
Hiawatha, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hiawatha?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hiawatha Studio Apartments | $956 | $585 | $1,160 |
| Hiawatha 1 Bedroom Apartments | $956 | $625 | $1,575 |
| Hiawatha 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,197 | $725 | $1,925 |
| Hiawatha 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $1,100 | $1,865 |
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Cheapest Available Hiawatha Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hiawatha, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Camelot Apartments in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood priced from $595. The Pointe at Cedar Rapids in the Kenwood Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $665. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hiawatha apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camelot Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| The Pointe at Cedar Rapids | Stonewood 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| Oakview | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| ARRO Senior (55+) Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $827 |
| Cambridge Townhomes | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Valley View | vvc_D | 3BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| The Crossing on Boyson | Riverside | 2BR,2BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hiawatha, IA and Nearby
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hiawatha area is the $1.31 price per square foot Riverside Model at The Crossing on Boyson in the in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Hiawatha apartment is the vvc_D Model at Valley View starting at $1,100 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Kenwood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hiawatha apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crossing on Boyson | Riverside | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Valley View | vvc_D | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Cambridge Townhomes | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| ARRO Senior (55+) Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 102 Oak St, Unit #4 | 102 Oak St | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 102 Oak St, Unit #1 | 102 Oak St | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Pointe at Cedar Rapids | Stonewood 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hiawatha Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hiawatha Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hiawatha Apartment is $595 at Camelot Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hiawatha Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hiawatha is starting from $735 at Camelot Apartments.
What is the most affordable Hiawatha Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hiawatha Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Valley View and starts from $1,100.
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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