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Cheapest Available Linn County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Linn County, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at (55+ only) Commonwealth Senior Apartments in the Young's Hill neighborhood priced from $415. Grand View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $440. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Linn County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
(55+ only) Commonwealth Senior Apartments(55+ only) 1bd/1ba1BR,1BA$415
Grand View Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$440
Wedgewood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$445
Azure Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$495
The Pointe at Cedar RapidsStonewood 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$543

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Linn County, IA

As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Linn County area is the $0.95 price per square foot 4x2 1 Model at Miller Avenue Estates in the in the Lincolnway Village neighborhood starting from $1,090. The second greatest value Linn County apartment is the 2 Bedroom Flats Model at Regal Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Linn County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Miller Avenue Estates4x2 14BR,2BA$0.95
Regal Townhomes2 Bedroom Flats2BR,1BA$0.83
Asbury Court2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.86
C Street Townhomes2 bedrrom -side by side townhome2BR,2BA$0.84
102 Oak St, Unit #4102 Oak St2BR,1BA$0.85
Country Club View2 BR / 1 BA2BR,1BA$0.88
North Ridge2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.91
(55+ only) Commonwealth Senior Apartments(55+ only) 1bd/1ba1BR,1BA$0.61
Cedar Ridge Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$0.91
Grand View Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$0.82

Frequently Asked Questions about Linn County

What type of rentals are currently available in Linn County?

There are currently 349 Apartments for Rent in Linn County, IA with pricing that ranges from $415 to $5,455. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Linn County ranging from $625 to $3,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Linn County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Linn County ranges from $625 to $3,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,564.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Linn County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Linn County range from $425 to $2,336, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $2,095. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,090.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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