
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Hills, IA from $710 (49 Rentals)
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Aspire at West Campus

Sycamore Apartments

Seville

Regency Heights (55+ Community)

Scotsdale

Emerald Ct

Riverfront Crossings

330 Ridgeland Ave
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631 S Van Buren St

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Westgate Villa

Orchards & Woodlands

The Lundell

Riverview West

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Ridge at Scott Park
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926 Harlocke St (IC)

360 Ridgeland Avenue

IA City Lofts

712 E Market St

Carriage Hill

518 N Van Buren St

Oakcrest

625 E Burlington St

5 Woolf Ave
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1102 21st Ave Pl

245 Beaver Kreek Center

1165 S Riverside Dr

SoDo Flats

Hawkeye Park

530 N Dubuque St

395 Beaver Kreek Center

804 N Dubuque St

902 North Dodge Street Apartments
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1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments

802 Benton Dr

1632 5th St

2432 Petsel Pl

The Overlook

731 Westwinds Dr

1014 Oakcrest Street Iowa City IA

614 E Jefferson St

2018 Waterfront Dr
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2006 10th St

Dodge Street Apartments

811 E College St

310 N Gilbert St
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 | $1,213 | $960 | $1,550 |
| Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $925 | $1,650 |
| Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $810 | $2,400 |
| Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,435 | $725 | $3,300 |
| Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $710 | $2,840 |
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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 $836. 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 | $836 |
| 808 on 5th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Riverview West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Willow Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| 1032 Newton Rd | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Manville Terrace | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Forum At Lincoln | 3 bed / 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hills, IA and Nearby
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hills 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 Hills apartment is the 4 Bedroom-2 Bathroom Model at Hawks Ridge starting at $600 with a $0.47 price per square foot in the Cottage Hill 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview West | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Hawks Ridge | 4 Bedroom-2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.47 |
| The Hawthorne | G | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | D - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.69 |
| The Forum At Lincoln | 3 bed / 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Replay | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 808 on 5th | 424 S | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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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 $836 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 The Forum At Lincoln and starts from $1,695.
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