
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newton, IA from $500 (27 Rentals)
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Woodland Heights

Hotel Maytag Apartments

Courtyard Apartments

Hunters Run

Walnut Creek Apartments
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1676 S 15th Ave W

1670 S 15th Ave W

720 1st St S

Lions Gate Apartments

Newton Place Apartments
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Meadowbrook Apartments

Newton Apartments

716 E 6th St S

Forest View

Brookfield Apartments

Newton Park Apartments
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1st St South

1662 S 15th Ave W

SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS

308 E 13th St N

1022 1st Ave W

Walnut Pointe
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603 E 7 1/2 St N

2319 Williams St

2251 Fairfax Dr
Newton, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Newton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Studio Apartments | $725 | $725 | $725 |
| Newton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,162 | $710 | $1,728 |
| Newton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,059 | $775 | $2,222 |
| Newton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $982 | $771 | $1,410 |
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Cheapest Available Newton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Newton, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hotel Maytag Apartments in the Jasper County neighborhood priced from $725. Walnut Creek Apartments in the Jasper County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Newton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 BD Legacy | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $805 |
| Southtown Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $806 |
| Woodland Heights | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $820 |
| Plant 1 Lofts | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $991 |
| Walnut Pointe | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| Lions Gate Apartments | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newton, IA and Nearby
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Newton area is the $1.70 price per square foot B3 - Loft Model at Plant 1 Lofts in the in the Jasper County neighborhood starting from $2,211. The second greatest value Newton apartment is the Villa Model at Walnut Pointe starting at $1,040 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Jasper County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plant 1 Lofts | B3 - Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Walnut Pointe | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 BD Legacy | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Southtown Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Lions Gate Apartments | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Woodland Heights | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Best Local Schools in Newton, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Newton Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Newton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Newton is starting from $795 at Walnut Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Newton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Newton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Heights and starts from $820.
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