
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Nichols, IA from $600 (38 Rentals)
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IA City Lofts

Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way

308 N Linn St

Regency Heights (55+ Community)

River Ridge 2301-2325 University Drive

Seville

Sycamore Apartments

Cobblestone Apartments
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Emerald Ct

1165 S Riverside Dr

Riverfront Crossings

330 Ridgeland Ave

Mane Gate Apartments

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319 Sycamore Drive

Westgate Villa

Orchards & Woodlands

530 E Washington St
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Carriage Hill

Colorado Senior Lofts 55+

633 Walnut St

Oakcrest

912 2nd Ave

625 E Burlington St

1609 Indiana St

631 S Van Buren St

SoDo Flats
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Hawkeye Park

530 N Dubuque St

1115 S 1st Ave

2715 Lucas St

804 N Dubuque St

902 North Dodge Street Apartments

1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments

2416 Park Ave

471 S Scott Blvd
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The Overlook

532 S Dubuque St
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 | $1,285 | $695 | $1,850 |
| Nichols 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,346 | $790 | $2,019 |
| Nichols 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,322 | $855 | $2,400 |
| Nichols 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,205 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Nichols 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,106 | $1,790 | $2,730 |
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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 $695. 308 N Linn St in the Fair Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. 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 | $695 |
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Seville | 1 BR - Sublet | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| 1165 S Riverside Dr | Studio - Twin | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | Small One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Willow Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 926 Harlocke St (IC) | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| IA City Lofts | Large Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nichols, IA and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nichols area is the $0.88 price per square foot 4 bedroom 4 bath Model at 630 S Capitol in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $1,365. The second greatest value Nichols apartment is the C1 - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Iowa City starting at $695 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 630 S Capitol | 4 bedroom 4 bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.88 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| The Forum At Lincoln | 3 bed / 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 926 Harlocke St (IC) | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Seville | 1 BR - Sublet | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | Small One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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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 $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nichols Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nichols Apartment is $795 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 $895 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 $1,695.
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