Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ionia, IA from $400 (9 Rentals)

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1637 Carriage Hill Dr
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1637 Carriage Hill Dr

1637 Carriage Hill DrWaterloo, IA 50701
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Ionia, IA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Residences on College HillPrivate 1-Bedroom Apartment in a Spacious 4-Bed...4BR,1BA$295
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$450
Key West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ionia, IA and Nearby

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ionia area is the $1.41 price per square foot Pinnacle Villages - Waverly Model at Pinnacle Villages - Waverly in the starting from $1,690. The second greatest value Ionia apartment is the 1st Month Free Model at Riverwalk Residences starting at $1,300 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ionia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pinnacle Villages - WaverlyPinnacle Villages - Waverly3BR,2.5BA$1.41
Riverwalk Residences1st Month Free2BR,2BA$1.23
Kinsale CondominiumsTwo Bedroom w/ Garage2BR,1BA$1.00
Residences on College HillLarge 4-Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Roommate...4BR,1BA$1.33
Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC2 Bed Updated2BR,1BA$1.09
The Meadows ApartmentsMeadows 2Bd2BR,1BA$0.92
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.30
University Manor1 BR/ 1 BA (Sept '25 )1BR,1BA$1.26
131 S Vine St2021BR,1BA$0.92
Rolling Meadows Apartments- 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment in Excellent Loca...1BR,1BA$1.40

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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

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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