Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, IA from $400 (27 Rentals)

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630 N 6th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

630 N 6th St

630 N 6th StBurlington, IA 52601
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Chateau Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau Apartments

114 26th StFort Madison, IA 52627
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Bel Aire Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bel Aire Apartments

301 Bel Aire CtBurlington, IA 52601
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Tisdale Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tisdale Apartments

232 E 4th StOttumwa, IA 52501
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Hillsboro, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillsboro Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsboro, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Alice Place West Burlington in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood priced from $515. EMERALD HILL APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $580. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsboro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alice Place West Burlington1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$515
EMERALD HILL APARTMENTS1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$580
Caspian Village Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$650
Welch Hotel Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$700
Orchard MeadowsB1 Classic2BR,1BA$700
Westland Village1x11BR,1BA$750
Green Gable CottagesGreen Gable 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Park Madison Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, IA and Nearby

As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsboro area is the $0.62 price per square foot Four Bedroom Model at Asbury Heights in the starting from $1,188. The second greatest value Hillsboro apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Louden Lofts starting at $845 with a $0.70 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsboro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Asbury HeightsFour Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.62
Louden LoftsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.70
The Quarters Iowa CityC1 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.59
Cobblestone Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.93
EMERALD HILL APARTMENTS3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$0.86
Alice Place West Burlington2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.90
River Ridge 2301-2325 University Drive2 bed2BR,1BA$1.03
Westland Village1x11BR,1BA$1.00
Park Madison Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.00
MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.97

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsboro Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillsboro?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillsboro is at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments listed at $695.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsboro Apartment is $515 at Alice Place West Burlington.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillsboro is starting from $700 at MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS.

What is the most affordable Hillsboro Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hillsboro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Louden Lofts and starts from $845.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.