
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Nashua, IA from $420 (40 Rentals)
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Russell Lamson

Gold Falls Villa Apartments

Kent Circle

228 Spaces

Brentwood Estates Apartments

Rolling Meadows Apartments

Union at North Crossing
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Leavitt Park Apartments

Thunder Ridge Apartments

Falls Edge Studios

Kinsale Condominiums

The Meadows

Park Avenue Lofts The Temple
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Art Bloc

The Summit on College Hill

Fountains at Greenhill

420 E Main St

1224-1282 W Mullan Ave

1637 Carriage Hill Dr

1150 Home Park Blvd

5501 University Ave
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622 Keystone St

604 W Seerley Blvd

Pointe West Apartments

Elmcrest

Cedar Village Community

2311 Olive Street

2403 Walnut St

Urban Flats South
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244 McKay Ave

2557 W 3rd St

2126 Olive St

1612 W 7th St

703 State St

612 W 21st St

Campus Court Apartments

804 W 18th St
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Nashua, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nashua?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashua Studio Apartments | $1,055 | $652 | $1,450 |
| Nashua 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,002 | $135 | $1,915 |
| Nashua 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $825 | $2,500 |
| Nashua 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $975 | $1,950 |
| Nashua 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,330 | $420 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Nashua Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Nashua, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $299. Kent Circle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nashua apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath-W/D In Unit | 4BR, 1BA | $299 |
| Kent Circle | Kent Circle 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $725 |
| Russell Lamson | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $761 |
| Brentwood Estates Apartments | Spacious One-Bedroom Apartment – Comfortable, P... | 1BR, 1BA | $795 |
| 228 Spaces | 2nd Floor Studio | Studio, 1BA | $795 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $800 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments | 1 bedroom/1bath | 1BR, 1BA | $800 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Aug '25) | 1BR, 1BA | $815 |
| Park @ Nine23 | Adrian | 1BR, 1BA | $830 |
| Thunder Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Balcony | 1BR, 1BA | $920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nashua, IA and Nearby
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nashua area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2 Bed - 1 Bath (2B) Model at Grand Crossing in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood starting from $1,417. The second greatest value Nashua apartment is the Pointe West - 2-bedroom apartments Model at Pointe West Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.00 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nashua apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Crossing | 2 Bed - 1 Bath (2B) | 2BR, 1BA | $1.25 |
| Pointe West Apartments | Pointe West - 2-bedroom apartments | 2BR, 2BA | $1.00 |
| Hillcrest Park Apartments-Student Housing | 4BR/2BA | 4BR, 2BA | $0.38 |
| Riverwalk Residences | 1st Month Free | 2BR, 2BA | $1.19 |
| UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR, 2BA | $1.26 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR, 1BA | $1.02 |
| The Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath-W/D In Unit | 4BR, 1BA | $0.33 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.16 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Aug '25) | 1BR, 1BA | $1.27 |
| Russell Lamson | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nashua Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nashua?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nashua is at 228 Spaces listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nashua Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nashua Apartment is $725 at Kent Circle.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nashua Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nashua is starting from $845 at Kent Circle.
What is the most affordable Nashua Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Nashua Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rolling Meadows Apartments and starts from $975.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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