
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mechanicsville, IA from $400 (58 Rentals)
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Azure Apartments

Wedgewood Apartments

Meadowview Apartments

C Street Townhomes

Waterford Arms

Seasons View Apartments

Continental Terrace Apartments

Continental Terrace II

Asbury Court
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Anderson Green I

Regal Townhomes

Regency Heights (55+ Community)

Kerry Manor Apartments

Lancer Townhouses and Apartments

Boulevard Apartments & Townhomes

East Town Crossing

2861 Prairie Hill Dr

Lynnwood Estates

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327-327 Sycamore Dr
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Vive Senior Apartments

Creekside Apartment Homes

Prairie Reserve

Heritage Hill

Sycamore Suites

795 4th Ave

Williamsburg Apartments

2701 5th Ave

Blairs Ferry

CR Legacy
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3740 F Ave NE

850 Bridgit Ln

Residence on 11th

Tulip Tree Apartments

280 S Chestnut St

Green Park Apartments

210 S Chestnut St

115 Sugar Creek Ln

Broad + Main on 7th

1804 6th Ave SE
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230 S Chestnut St

Miller Avenue Estates

Magnolia Lane

Marion Lofts

477 S Scott Blvd

464 Peterson St

1040 Duchess Dr

11 Arbor Hill Cir

203 Prairie Rose Ln

3000 Bever Ave SE
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Mechanicsville, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mechanicsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanicsville Studio Apartments | $985 | $985 | $985 |
| Mechanicsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $880 | $460 | $1,475 |
| Mechanicsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,017 | $455 | $2,236 |
| Mechanicsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,219 | $425 | $2,385 |
| Mechanicsville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,989 | $1,550 | $2,741 |
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Cheapest Available Mechanicsville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mechanicsville, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Azure Apartments priced from $500. Country Club View in the Wellington Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mechanicsville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azure Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $500 |
| Country Club View | 1 BR/ BA | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Wedgewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $610 |
| C Street Townhomes | 2 bedrrom -side by side townhome | 2BR,2BA | $725 |
| Waterford Arms | 1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Seasons View Apartments | Seasons View | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Continental Terrace II | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Continental Terrace Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Asbury Court | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mechanicsville, IA and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mechanicsville area is the $0.86 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Asbury Court in the in the Mound View neighborhood starting from $795. The second greatest value Mechanicsville apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Vive Senior Apartments starting at $1,237 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Corridor Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mechanicsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asbury Court | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Vive Senior Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| C Street Townhomes | 2 bedrrom -side by side townhome | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Country Club View | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| 2861 Prairie Hill Dr | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Kerry Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom x 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Waterford Arms | 1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Continental Terrace Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Seasons View Apartments | Seasons View | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Azure Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mechanicsville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mechanicsville Apartment is $500 at Azure Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mechanicsville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mechanicsville is starting from $630 at Azure Apartments.
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