Cheap Apartments for Rent in Olds, IA from $500 (52 Rentals)

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630 N 6th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

630 N 6th St

630 N 6th StBurlington, IA 52601
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Louden Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Louden Lofts

607 W Broadway AveFairfield, IA 52556
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Carriage Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage Hill

700-710 Carriage HlIowa City, IA 52246
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Mediapolis Village
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Mediapolis Village

510 Wapello St SMediapolis, IA 52637
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Fairfield Estates
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Fairfield Estates

200 N 28th StFairfield, IA 52556
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The Overlook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Overlook

3155 Shire LnIowa City, IA 52240
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Olds, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Olds Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Olds, IA is a Studio unit found at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments in the Oak Ridge neighborhood priced from $695. Bel Aire Apartments in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Olds apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Welch Hotel Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$695
Park Madison Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$750
Caspian Village Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Summer Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
Green Gable CottagesGreen Gable 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Alice Place West Burlington2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$840
Westland Village2x12BR,1BA$850
Tama Too ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$850
Stonegate Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$860

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olds, IA and Nearby

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olds area is the $0.59 price per square foot C1 - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Iowa City in the in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $695. The second greatest value Olds apartment is the Churchill Lofts - 301 Model at Churchill Lofts starting at $1,100 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olds apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Quarters Iowa CityC1 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.59
Churchill LoftsChurchill Lofts - 3012BR,1BA$1.02
Blaul LoftsBlaul Lofts - 2082BR,1BA$1.00
Nexus TownHomes510 Layne Drive2BR,1BA$1.28
926 Harlocke St (IC)2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1.25
Westland Village2x12BR,1BA$0.89
Alice Place West Burlington2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.90
Black Hawk Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.19
Park Madison Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.00
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.11

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Olds Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Olds?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Olds is at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments listed at $695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Olds Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Olds Apartment is $750 at Park Madison Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Olds Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Olds is starting from $695 at Bel Aire Apartments.

What is the most affordable Olds Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Olds Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Black Hawk Village and starts from $1,252.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.