
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hills, IA from $600 (39 Rentals)
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Regency Heights (55+ Community)

Whiteway 2000

Seville

Sycamore Apartments

Scotsdale

1165 S Riverside Dr

Riverfront Crossings

SoDo Flats
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330 Ridgeland Avenue

808 on 5th

Mane Gate Apartments

804 N Dubuque St

River Ridge Place

Orchards & Woodlands

Carriage Hill

532 S Dubuque St

Oakcrest
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912 2nd Ave

625 E Burlington St

2635 Westwinds Dr

814 Benton Dr

415 S Van Buren St

5 Woolf Ave

156 Westside Dr

631 S Van Buren St

530 N Dubuque St
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Hawkeye Park

1115 S 1st Ave

806 Benton Dr

5 S Johnson St

1235 Dolen Pl

1131 Maple St

902 North Dodge Street Apartments

1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments

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906 Benton Dr

808 Benton Dr

2254 S Riverside Dr
Hills, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hills Studio Apartments | $1,147 | $800 | $1,495 |
| Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,245 | $800 | $2,019 |
| Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $695 | $2,400 |
| Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,230 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $699 | $2,730 |
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Cheapest Available Hills Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hills, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 308 N Linn St in the Fair Meadows neighborhood priced from $800. Aspire at West Campus in the Coralview Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $812. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hills apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Aspire at West Campus | 2x2 Herky - Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $812 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Whiteway 2000 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Nex Senior (55+) Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $948 |
| 1165 S Riverside Dr | Studio - Twin | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| 808 on 5th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| SoDo Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hills, IA and Nearby
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hills area is the $1.36 price per square foot G Model at The Hawthorne in the in the The Pond's Edge neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Hills apartment is the C1 - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Iowa City starting at $695 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hawthorne | G | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| Newton Pointe Apartments | 3 bed 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 926 Harlocke St (IC) | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Scotsdale | 2 Bdrm Sublet - Upper Floor | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| The Banks Student Living | 2x2 A | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hills is at 308 N Linn St listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hills Apartment is $800 at 308 N Linn St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hills is starting from $812 at Aspire at West Campus.
What is the most affordable Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Newton Pointe Apartments and starts from $1,425.
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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.
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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.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.