Cheap Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, IA from $500 (16 Rentals)
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Gold Falls Villa Apartments

1106-1110 Kent Circle

University Manor
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Plainfield, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plainfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Plainfield Studio Apartments | $1,011 | $675 | $1,300 |
Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,059 | $720 | $1,800 |
Plainfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,293 | $525 | $3,433 |
Plainfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,321 | $975 | $1,950 |
Plainfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $595 | $295 | $1,195 |
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Cheapest Available Plainfield Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Plainfield, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $295. Russell Lamson in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainfield apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Residences on College Hill | Private 1-Bedroom Apartment in a Spacious 4-Bed... | 4BR,1BA | $295 |
Russell Lamson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Sept'25 ) | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
Rolling Meadows Apartments | - 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment in Excellent Loca... | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Gold Falls Villa Apartments | 2BR/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, IA and Nearby
As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Plainfield area is the $1.35 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at Woodline Condos in the starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Plainfield apartment is the Pinnacle Villages - Waverly Model at Pinnacle Villages - Waverly starting at $1,690 with a $1.41 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Plainfield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Woodline Condos | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
Pinnacle Villages - Waverly | Pinnacle Villages - Waverly | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
Riverwalk Residences | 1st Month Free | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
Pineview Place Apartments | Prime Waterloo Living: 2-Bedroom / 1-Bath Apart... | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Gold Falls Villa Apartments | 2BR/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Leavitt Park Apartments - Waterloo, IA | 2 Bed 1 Bath | Leavitt Park Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Sept'25 ) | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Rolling Meadows Apartments | - 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment in Excellent Loca... | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Getting Around Plainfield, IA
Walk Score®
7 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plainfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Plainfield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Plainfield is at Russell Lamson listed at $675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plainfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plainfield Apartment is $770 at University Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plainfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plainfield is starting from $525 at Residences on College Hill.
What is the most affordable Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rolling Meadows Apartments and starts from $975.
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