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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ionia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ionia Studio Apartments | $875 | $450 | $1,300 |
Ionia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,080 | $550 | $1,800 |
Ionia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $525 | $2,500 |
Ionia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $750 | $1,690 |
Ionia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $528 | $295 | $995 |
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Cheapest Available Ionia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ionia, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $295. Key Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ionia apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Residences on College Hill | Private Bedroom in a 4BR Unit-Furnished Common ... | 4BR,1BA | $295 |
Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $450 |
Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
The Meadows Apartments | Quads 2Bd | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Sept '25 ) | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ionia, IA and Nearby
As of August 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ionia area is the $1.23 price per square foot 1st Month Free Model at Riverwalk Residences in the in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Ionia apartment is the Two Bedroom w/ Garage Model at Kinsale Condominiums starting at $975 with a $1.00 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ionia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Riverwalk Residences | 1st Month Free | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Fountains at Greenhill | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Residences on College Hill | Luxury 4-Bedroom 1-Bath Apartment! | 4BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC | 2 Bed Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
The Meadows Apartments | Meadows 2Bd | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Elmcrest | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Sept '25 ) | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
131 S Vine St | 202 | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
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Getting Around Ionia, IA
Walk Score®
3 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ionia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ionia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ionia is at Key Apartments listed at $450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ionia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ionia Apartment is $550 at 131 S Vine St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ionia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ionia is starting from $525 at Residences on College Hill.
What is the most affordable Ionia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ionia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows Apartments and starts from $750.
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