
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Nichols, IA from $600 (40 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

Whiteway 2000

Seville
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Sycamore Apartments

Cobblestone Apartments

Emerald Ct

1165 S Riverside Dr

Riverfront Crossings

330 Ridgeland Avenue

Mane Gate Apartments

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319 Sycamore Drive
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Westgate Villa

Orchards & Woodlands

Carriage Hill

532 S Dubuque St

932 E College St

218 1/2 W 7th St

Colorado Senior Lofts 55+

Oakcrest
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413 Pine St

625 E Burlington St

912 2nd Ave

415 S Van Buren St

322 Friendship St

631 S Van Buren St

SoDo Flats

Hawkeye Park
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530 N Dubuque St

1115 S 1st Ave

804 N Dubuque St

902 North Dodge Street Apartments

1131 Maple St

1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments

The Overlook

332 Friendship 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 | $1,107 | $695 | $1,495 |
| Nichols 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,165 | $790 | $2,019 |
| Nichols 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $695 | $2,400 |
| Nichols 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Nichols 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,800 | $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 |
| Whiteway 2000 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Seville | 1 BR - Sublet | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| 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 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nichols, IA and Nearby
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nichols area is the $1.27 price per square foot Hillside Dr Townhome Model at Heritage Hill in the starting from $1,675. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Hill | Hillside Dr Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.27 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| Ridge at Scott Park | 3bd/2bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| 926 Harlocke St (IC) | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 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 |
| 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 Heritage Hill and starts from $1,825.
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