
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Nichols, IA from $650 (50 Rentals)
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Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way

River Ridge 2301-2325 University Drive

Sycamore Apartments

Cobblestone Apartments

Seville

Regency Heights (55+ Community)

Emerald Ct

330 Ridgeland Avenue

Riverfront Crossings
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319 Sycamore Drive

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Orchards & Woodlands

Riverview West

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712 E Market St

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1218 Cedar St

Carriage Hill

306 E 1st St

720 4th Ave Pl

Colorado Senior Lofts 55+

308 N Linn St

1014 1st Ave

Oakcrest
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605 W 3rd St

625 E Burlington St

4931 Abrams Dr

2420 Park Ave

1102 21st Ave Pl

Chandler Pointe

1165 S Riverside Dr

SoDo Flats

Hawkeye Park

530 N Dubuque St
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804 N Dubuque St

902 North Dodge Street Apartments

1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments

The Overlook

906 North Dodge Street Iowa City IA

1014 Oakcrest Street Iowa City IA

614 E Jefferson St

Dodge Street Apartments

60 Eisenhower St

811 E College St
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Nichols, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nichols?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nichols Studio Apartments | $1,538 | $650 | $1,990 |
| Nichols 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $750 | $2,109 |
| Nichols 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,319 | $695 | $2,400 |
| Nichols 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,274 | $670 | $3,300 |
| Nichols 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,790 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Nichols Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Nichols, IA is a Studio unit found at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments in the Oak Ridge neighborhood priced from $650. Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way in the Oak Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $790. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nichols apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $650 |
| Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $790 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $995 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1,100 |
| Riverview West | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,150 |
| Willow Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,200 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR, 1BA | $1,300 |
| The Forum At Lincoln | 2 Bed / 2 Bath - Half Renovated | 2BR, 2BA | $1,350 |
| Whiteway Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $1,350 |
| Manville Terrace | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nichols, IA and Nearby
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nichols area is the $1.48 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Riverview West in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $2,170. The second greatest value Nichols apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Walden Ridge in the Westgate neighborhood starting at $1,690 with a $1.22 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nichols apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview West | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $1.48 |
| Walden Ridge | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR, 2BA | $1.22 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | D - 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $0.68 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.22 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR, 1BA | $1.68 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B2 - 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.70 |
| Replay | B3 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.73 |
| The Forum At Lincoln | 2 Bed / 2 Bath - Half Renovated | 2BR, 2BA | $1.88 |
| Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.39 |
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nichols Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nichols?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nichols is at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nichols Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nichols Apartment is $750 at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nichols Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nichols is starting from $850 at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Nichols Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Nichols Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Forum At Lincoln and starts from $1,395.
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