
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westgate Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Westgate area of Iowa City.


Seville

906 Benton Dr

Emerald Ct

1100 Oakcrest Apartments

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Finkbine Lane

Oakcrest

2631 Westwinds Dr

2635 Westwinds Dr

5 Woolf Ave

1054 Newton Rd
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Westgate, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westgate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westgate Studio Apartments | $1,283 | $1,200 | $1,325 |
| Westgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,059 | $830 | $1,400 |
| Westgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $950 | $1,795 |
| Westgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $1,225 | $1,795 |
| Westgate 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Westgate Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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Cheapest Available Westgate Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westgate area of Iowa City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest Ridge priced from $830. Pheasant Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here are the most affordable Westgate apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Pheasant Ridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| 926 Harlocke St (IC) | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Willow Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Forum At Lincoln | 2 Bed / 2 Bath - Half Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westgate, IA
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westgate area is the $1.20 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Walden Ridge Townhomes in the in the Westgate neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Westgate apartment is the 3 bed 1 bath Model at Newton Pointe Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Cottage Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westgate apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walden Ridge Townhomes | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Newton Pointe Apartments | 3 bed 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 926 Harlocke St (IC) | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 1000 Melrose Ave, Unit #1 or #2 Melrose | 1000 Melrose Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Forest Ridge | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| The Forum At Lincoln | Furnished 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| 1032 Newton Rd | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Pheasant Ridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Hawks Ridge | 1 Bedroom-1 Bathroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westgate Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westgate?
The cheapest apartment in Westgate is Forest Ridge which is listed at $830, while the average apartment in Westgate costs $1,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westgate?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Westgate that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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