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201 Charleston Blvd

114 S Mississippi St

322 S Madison St

418 N Main St
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404 S Howard St

338 Cemetery Ln

2218 Emerald Dr

2325 McKinley Ave

1000 Lakewood Dr
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2424 Park Ave

605 W 3rd St

151 E 3rd St

410 Burlington St

3032 Indian Rd
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Houghton, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Houghton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,127 | $730 | $2,300 |
| Houghton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,276 | $800 | $1,890 |
| Houghton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,531 | $1,350 | $1,712 |
| Houghton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,800 | $5,800 | $5,800 |
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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. Welch Hotel Senior Apartments in the Oak Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Houghton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom Side Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Washington Apartments | 2.1A 40% | 2BR,1BA | $706 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Houghton, IA and Nearby
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Houghton area is the $0.76 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Nemitz Hall in the in the Threshers Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Houghton apartment is the 3 BR / 2 BA Model at Creekside Park starting at $1,029 with a $0.85 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Houghton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nemitz Hall | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| Creekside Park | 3 BR / 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 208 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Hawthorne Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| Black Hawk Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| School House Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.12 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Eagles Crest Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Houghton?
There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Houghton, IA with pricing that ranges from $390 to $1,900. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Houghton ranging from $595 to $5,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Houghton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Houghton ranges from $595 to $5,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,477.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Houghton?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Houghton range from $870 to $1,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $1,890. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.
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