Cheap Apartments for Rent in Janesville, IA from $300 (33 Rentals)

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Westwood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Westwood Apartments

3270-3320 W 4th StWaterloo, IA 50701
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Pointe West Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pointe West Apartments

1901 W 18th StCedar Falls, IA 50613
Corporate Housing
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Urban Flats South
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Urban Flats South

917 W 23rd StCedar Falls, IA 50613

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2557 W 3rd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2557 W 3rd St

2557 W 3rd StWaterloo, IA 50701
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Janesville, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Janesville Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Janesville, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $350. Russell Lamson in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Janesville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences on College Hill4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment4BR,1BA$350
Russell LamsonStudioStudio,1BA$695
Gold Falls Villa Apartments1 BR/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$715
Kent CircleUpdated Cozy 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment in SW...1BR,1BA$745
Le Chateau2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$795
University Manor1 BR/ 1 BA (June & Aug '25)1BR,1BA$815
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Leavitt Street Apartments***FIRST MONTH FREE!*** 2 Bed 1 Bath | Leavitt ...2BR,1BA$920
Thunder Ridge ApartmentsStylish 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Apartment with Bal...1BR,1BA$920
Elmcrest2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Janesville, IA and Nearby

As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Janesville area is the $1.23 price per square foot Palace Apartments - Two Bedrooms Model at Palace Apartments in the starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Janesville apartment is the 4BR/2BA Model at Hillcrest Park Apartments-Student Housing starting at $460 with a $0.42 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Janesville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palace ApartmentsPalace Apartments - Two Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.23
Hillcrest Park Apartments-Student Housing4BR/2BA4BR,2BA$0.42
Riverwalk Residences1st Month Free2BR,2BA$1.19
Rolling Meadows Apartments3 bedroom/2bath3BR,2BA$0.96
Pineview Place ApartmentsPrime Waterloo Living: 2-Bedroom / 1-Bath Apart...2BR,1BA$1.05
Kinsale CondominiumsTwo Bedroom w/ Garage2BR,1BA$1.02
Le Chateau2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.85
Cedar Village Community2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.08
The Residences on College Hill4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment4BR,1BA$0.39
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Janesville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Janesville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Janesville is at Russell Lamson listed at $695.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Janesville Apartment is $715 at Gold Falls Villa Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Janesville is starting from $795 at Le Chateau.

What is the most affordable Janesville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Janesville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rolling Meadows Apartments and starts from $975.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.