
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Nichols, IA from $600 (57 Rentals)
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Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way

308 N Linn St

River Ridge 2301-2325 University Drive

Cobblestone Apartments

Sycamore Apartments

Seville

Regency Heights (55+ Community)

Emerald Ct

Riverfront Crossings
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330 Ridgeland Ave

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319 Sycamore Drive

Westgate Villa

Orchards & Woodlands

Riverview West

Willow Ridge Apartments

Ridge at Scott Park

926 Harlocke St (IC)

712 E Market St
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IA City Lofts

360 Ridgeland Avenue

The Horizons 202 Sycamore Dr.

The Forum At Lincoln

Whiteway Apartments

Manville Terrace

Carriage Hill

Colorado Senior Lofts 55+

633 Walnut St

2424 Park Ave
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Oakcrest

605 W 3rd St

151 E 3rd St

625 E Burlington St

4931 Abrams Dr

2420 Park Ave

1165 S Riverside Dr

631 S Van Buren St

SoDo Flats

530 N Dubuque St
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Hawkeye Park

804 N Dubuque St

1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments

902 North Dodge Street Apartments

The Overlook

906 North Dodge Street Iowa City IA

1014 Oakcrest Street Iowa City IA

2018 Waterfront Dr

614 E Jefferson St

417 Douglass Ct
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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 | $1,143 | $650 | $1,550 |
| Nichols 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,210 | $750 | $1,650 |
| Nichols 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,337 | $850 | $2,400 |
| Nichols 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $725 | $3,300 |
| Nichols 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $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. 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 | $650 |
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | Small One Bed with W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Riverview West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Willow Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Dodge Street Apartments | 620 S. Dodge St. | 3BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| IA City Lofts | First Floor Units | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nichols, IA and Nearby
As of August 05, 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 in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $2,170. The second greatest value Nichols apartment is the D - 2x2 Model at The Quarters Iowa City starting at $855 with a $0.69 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview West | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | D - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.69 |
| Dodge Street Apartments | 620 S. Dodge St. | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| The Forum At Lincoln | 3 bed / 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | Small One Bed with W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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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 Dodge Street Apartments and starts from $1,250.
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