Cheap Apartments for Rent in Houghton, IA from $300 (17 Rentals)

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630 N 6th StBurlington, IA 52601
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902 N Charles StMacomb, IL 61455
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Houghton, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Houghton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Houghton, IA is a Studio unit found at Macomb Rentals priced from $390. Smith and Royer Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Houghton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Macomb RentalsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$390
Smith and Royer Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$550
Mediapolis VillageUnit 592BR,1BA$565
Cotton Mill Apartments1x11BR,1BA$700
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$745

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Houghton, IA and Nearby

As of July 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Houghton 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 Houghton apartment is the Unit 81 Model at Fairfield Estates starting at $1,057 with a $0.84 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Houghton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Churchill LoftsChurchill Lofts - 3162BR,1BA$0.89
Fairfield EstatesUnit 814BR,2BA$0.84
Mediapolis VillageUnit 414BR,2BA$0.96
Washington ApartmentsThe Harmon2BR,1BA$1.09
Colorado Senior Lofts 55+Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.86
Blaul LoftsBlaul Lofts - 3121BR,1BA$0.98
Orchard Lane ApartmentsB1 Renovated2BR,1BA$1.08
Louden LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.00
Sherwood Forest Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$0.99
Cotton Mill Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Houghton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Houghton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Houghton is at Macomb Rentals listed at $390.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Houghton Apartment is $510 at Macomb Rentals.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Houghton is starting from $450 at Macomb Rentals.

What is the most affordable Houghton Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.