
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kalona, IA from $600 (21 Rentals)
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River Ridge Place

1165 S Riverside Dr

Riverfront Crossings

808 on 5th

2643 Westwinds Dr

1545 Aber Ave

1637 Aber Ave
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156 Westside Dr
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Kalona, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kalona?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Kalona Studio Apartments | $1,078 | $940 | $1,300 |
Kalona 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,228 | $845 | $1,950 |
Kalona 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $620 | $3,350 |
Kalona 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,168 | $650 | $3,300 |
Kalona 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $729 | $2,916 |
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Cheapest Available Kalona Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kalona, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Aspire at West Campus in the Coralview Heights neighborhood priced from $812. River Ridge Place in the Coralview Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $940. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kalona apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Aspire at West Campus | 2x2 Herky - Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $812 |
River Ridge Place | Studio/1BA 407 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $940 |
1165 S Riverside Dr | Studio - Twin | Studio,1BA | $990 |
Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
The Quarters Iowa City | F2 - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kalona, IA and Nearby
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kalona area is the $1.11 price per square foot 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at The Hunt Club in the in the Old Mill Creek neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Kalona apartment is the Remodeled 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D Model at Mane Gate Apartments starting at $1,525 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kalona apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Hunt Club | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.11 |
Mane Gate Apartments | Remodeled 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Westgate Villa | 2 Bdrm Lg | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
613 S Dubuque St | 3 Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
The Nest Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
Oakcrest Condominiums | 2 BR/1 BA 795 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
Forum at Lincoln | Forum - 1b | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Getting Around Kalona, IA
Walk Score®
24 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kalona Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kalona?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kalona is at River Ridge Place listed at $940.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kalona Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kalona Apartment is $1,050 at The Quarters Iowa City.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kalona Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kalona is starting from $812 at Aspire at West Campus.
What is the most affordable Kalona Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kalona Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mane Gate Apartments and starts from $1,405.
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