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804 W 18th St

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312 N Genevieve St
Plainfield, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Plainfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Plainfield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,793 | $750 | $2,500 |
Plainfield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,272 | $875 | $1,500 |
Plainfield 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,729 | $1,300 | $2,000 |
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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 Bedroom in a 4BR Unit-Furnished Common ... | 4BR,1BA | $295 |
Russell Lamson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
1106-1110 Kent Circle | Updated Cozy 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment in SW... | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, IA and Nearby
As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Plainfield area is the $1.23 price per square foot 1st Month Free Model at Riverwalk Residences in the in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Plainfield apartment is the Prime Waterloo Living: 2-Bedroom / 1-Bath Apart... Model at Pineview Place Apartments starting at $1,025 with a $1.03 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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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 |
UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Fountains at Greenhill | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Residences on College Hill | Luxury 4-Bedroom 1-Bath Apartment! | 4BR,1BA | $1.22 |
1150 Home Park Blvd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Leavitt Park Apartments - Waterloo, IA | 2 Bed 1 Bath | Leavitt Park Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Elmcrest | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Plainfield
What type of rentals are currently available in Plainfield?
There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, IA with pricing that ranges from $295 to $2,500. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Plainfield ranging from $750 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Plainfield?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Plainfield ranges from $750 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,647.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Plainfield?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Plainfield range from $975 to $1,950, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $875 to $1,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $295.
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