
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kalona, IA from $600 (42 Rentals)
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Whiteway 2000

Seville

Sycamore Apartments

Park Place

Scotsdale

Emerald Ct

Parkside Manor
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1165 S Riverside Dr

808 on 5th

Riverfront Crossings

The Lundell

Mane Gate Apartments

River Ridge Place

Westgate Villa

Orchards & Woodlands
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Village Pointe

Willow Ridge Apartments

Carriage Hill

532 S Dubuque St

Oakcrest

2635 Westwinds Dr

2639 Westwinds Dr

415 S Van Buren St
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5 Woolf Ave

156 Westside Dr

504 2nd Ave

SoDo Flats

631 S Van Buren St

Hawkeye Park

808 Benton Dr

1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments
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2432 Petsel Pl

The Overlook

205 5th St

1014 Oakcrest Street Iowa City IA

734 Westwinds Dr

719 Westwinds Dr

728 Westwinds Dr

2620 Westwinds Dr
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521 Kirkwood Ave

500 Grandview Ct
Kalona, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kalona?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalona Studio Apartments | $1,171 | $780 | $1,495 |
| Kalona 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,269 | $905 | $2,019 |
| Kalona 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,335 | $695 | $2,400 |
| Kalona 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,185 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Kalona 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $699 | $2,730 |
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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. Whiteway 2000 in the Fair Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kalona apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspire at West Campus | 2x2 Herky - Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $812 |
| Whiteway 2000 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Seville | 1 BR - Sublet | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| 1165 S Riverside Dr | Studio - Twin | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| 808 on 5th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Scotsdale | 2 BR Sublet Middle Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Lundell | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kalona, IA and Nearby
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kalona area is the $1.36 price per square foot G Model at The Hawthorne in the in the The Pond's Edge neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Kalona apartment is the C1 - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Iowa City starting at $695 with a $0.59 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hawthorne | G | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| Newton Pointe Apartments | 3 bed 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 926 Harlocke St (IC) | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Scotsdale | 2 BR Sublet Middle Floor | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| The Banks Student Living | 2x2 A | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Seville | 1 BR - Sublet | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 808 on 5th | 424 S | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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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 Whiteway 2000 listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kalona Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kalona Apartment is $905 at Seville.
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 Newton Pointe Apartments and starts from $1,425.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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