
Cheap Homes for Rent in Hillsboro, IA from $500 (11 Rentals)
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2010 Cedar St

201 W Jefferson Ave

304 S 2nd St

607 NE 3rd Ave
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944 Spring Ridge Dr

407-407 SW 8th St

116 N 5th St

1013 Doemland St
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209 N Adams St

2635 Westwinds Dr
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 | $1,235 | $760 | $2,000 |
Hillsboro 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,256 | $925 | $2,000 |
Hillsboro 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $700 | $700 | $700 |
Hillsboro 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,500 | $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 $495. Alice Place West Burlington in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $740. 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 39 | 2BR,1BA | $495 |
Alice Place West Burlington | 1-Bedroom ADA | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
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 August 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsboro area is the $0.89 price per square foot Churchill Lofts - 316 Model at Churchill Lofts in the in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,498. The second greatest value Hillsboro apartment is the Blaul Lofts - 215 Model at Blaul Lofts starting at $1,448 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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Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 316 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 215 | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Fairfield Estates | Unit 81 | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
The Quarters Iowa City | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
Mediapolis Village | Unit 41 | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Colorado Senior Lofts 55+ | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Orchard Meadows Apartments | B1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillsboro
What type of rentals are currently available in Hillsboro?
There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, IA with pricing that ranges from $495 to $3,300. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillsboro ranging from $500 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 $500 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,188.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hillsboro?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hillsboro range from $695 to $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $897.
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