
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lewis, IA from $500 (63 Rentals)
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Westwood Apartments

Summit House Apartments

Timber Creek Apartments

Bellevue Gardens Apartments

Woodland Park - Fontanelle

Timbercrest Apartments

Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing

Maple Second

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Dahlman Flats

Fontenelle Hills

The Bluffs

Featherstone Apartments

NoDo

Sherwood Forest Estates

Regency Villa of Harlan

Cottonwood Apartments

8 Street Apartments

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South Pointe Apartments
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The Riley - 1012 Douglas St

Nove Lofts

CopperCreek

Brickline at The Mercantile

Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs

River Park by Broadmoor

The Archive

Union at Bluffs Run

Deerfield Apartments Council Bluffs
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Old Market Lofts

RiverEast

Hidden Bluffs Apartments

Corvina Apartments

Colonial Plaza Apartments

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Valley View Estates

Deer Park

Breakers Omaha

303 W Lowell Ave

Woodland Park - Adair
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City View Apartments

Woodland Park - Red Oak

Clarinda West Apartments

Regency Villa of Atlantic

2233 S 20th St

Woodland Park - Griswold

1712 S Wayne St

SUNDANCE ATLANTIC APARTMENTS

610 S 32nd Ave

800 State Street
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Lewis, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lewis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis Studio Apartments | $1,191 | $871 | $4,434 |
| Lewis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $550 | $3,327 |
| Lewis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,547 | $750 | $3,397 |
| Lewis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,714 | $1,200 | $3,648 |
| Lewis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $1,500 | $1,646 |
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Cheapest Available Lewis Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lewis, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1209 Maple St priced from $550. City View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lewis apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1209 Maple St | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| City View Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Clarinda West Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $755 |
| Bellevue Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $756 |
| Woodland Park - Fontanelle | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Regency Villa of Atlantic | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Westwood Apartments | 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $785 |
| Timbercrest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $871 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lewis, IA and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lewis area is the $0.80 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Fontenelle Hills in the in the Clermont Court neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Lewis apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at The Archive starting at $1,050 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Twin City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lewis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fontenelle Hills | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| The Archive | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Westwood Apartments | 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| RiverEast | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Timbercrest Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Cottonwood Apartments | 2X1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Summit House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Clarinda West Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Bellevue Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 1209 Maple St | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lewis Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lewis?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lewis is at Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing listed at $871.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lewis Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lewis Apartment is $550 at 1209 Maple St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lewis Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lewis is starting from $755 at Summit House Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lewis Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lewis Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at City View Apartments and starts from $895.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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