
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Muscatine, IA from $500 (47 Rentals)
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401 Monroe St, Unit 401.5

Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way

Cobblestone Apartments

River Ridge 2301-2325 University Drive

2012 Cedar St

413 E 2nd St

2020 Cedar St

Cottage Grove Apartments
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Contree Manoir Apartments

1218 Cedar St

Oak Park Senior Living

Colorado Senior Lofts 55+

Hershey Manor

1234 E 4th St

Hershey Lofts

Ecumenical New Horizons

Century Woods Apartments
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Harrison Lofts

RIVERWALK LOFTS

Brookside I & II Senior Apartments

Woodland Apartments

Eagles Crest Apartments

Breckenridge Apartments

1616-1634 W 42nd St

Apartments on Main

Walcott Manor Apartments
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Sherwood Forest Apartments

Pershing Hill Lofts

Vue at 7th

Ecumenical New Horizons

Urbane 210

Union Arcade Building

Regency Heights (55+ Community)

The Hendrix

Spencer Towers
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808 SW 9th St

407-407 SW 8th St

Cotton Mill Apartments

LaFayette Square

804 SW 4th St

311 Burlington St

114 S Mississippi St

2218 Emerald Dr

2323-3030 31st Ave
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627 N Division St

3240 Heatherton Dr
Muscatine, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Muscatine?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Muscatine Studio Apartments | $964 | $644 | $1,375 |
| Cheap Muscatine 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,052 | $615 | $1,685 |
| Cheap Muscatine 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,207 | $650 | $2,140 |
| Cheap Muscatine 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,110 | $597 | $2,400 |
| Cheap Muscatine 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,067 | $845 | $1,425 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Muscatine, IA
Pricing Updated: 03/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Muscatine, IA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Muscatine Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Lane Add | $1,375 | $550 | 9 |
| Oak Ridge | $1,375 | $715 | 5 |
| Oak Manor | $1,500 | $550 | 4 |
Cheapest Available Muscatine Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Muscatine, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Century Woods Apartments in the Saukie neighborhood priced from $615. RIVERWALK LOFTS in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Muscatine apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century Woods Apartments | 1 BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Ecumenical New Horizons | 2 Bedroom Duplex | 2BR,1BA | $655 |
| Brookside I & II Senior Apartments | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $660 |
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Eagles Crest Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath with patio | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 1616-1634 W 42nd St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Muscatine, IA
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Muscatine area is the $1.04 price per square foot 1bd/1ba Model at Davenport Bank Apartments in the in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Muscatine apartment is the 810 E 8th St Model at 810 E 8th St, Unit #1 - Ground Floor starting at $1,025 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Oak Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Muscatine apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport Bank Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 810 E 8th St, Unit #1 - Ground Floor | 810 E 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| River Ridge 2301-2325 University Drive | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 401 Monroe St, Unit 401.5 | 401 Monroe St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Walcott Manor Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Ecumenical New Horizons | 2 Bedroom Duplex | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Sherwood Forest Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Century Woods Apartments | 1 BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Muscatine Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Muscatine?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Muscatine is at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Muscatine Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Muscatine Apartment is $615 at Century Woods Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Muscatine Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Muscatine is starting from $655 at Ecumenical New Horizons.
What is the most affordable Muscatine Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Muscatine Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Century Woods Apartments and starts from $815.
Expert Rental Resources
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.