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226 Locust St

607 NE 3rd Ave

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407-407 SW 8th St

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314 N Washington St
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Hillsboro, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hillsboro?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hillsboro 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,055 | $600 | $1,800 |
Hillsboro 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,533 | $850 | $2,350 |
Hillsboro 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,850 | $2,800 | $2,900 |
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Cheapest Available Hillsboro Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsboro, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Mediapolis Village priced from $595. Park Madison Apartments in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsboro apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mediapolis Village | Unit 67 | 2BR,1BA | $595 |
Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable - Memorial Park Rd | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, IA and Nearby
As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsboro area is the $0.84 price per square foot Unit 55 Model at Fairfield Estates in the starting from $1,057. The second greatest value Hillsboro apartment is the Churchill Lofts - 210 Model at Churchill Lofts starting at $950 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsboro apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Fairfield Estates | Unit 55 | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 210 | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Washington Apartments | The Harmon | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 312 | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
School House Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Orchard Lane Apartments | B1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Louden Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Tisdale Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Mediapolis Village | Unit 38 | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillsboro
What type of rentals are currently available in Hillsboro?
There are currently 43 Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, IA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $3,300. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillsboro ranging from $585 to $2,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hillsboro?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hillsboro ranges from $585 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,518.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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