
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pleasant Hill, IA from $700 (31 Rentals)
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Riverwood

595 N Pleasant Hill Blvd

Rising Ridge Apartments

Peterson Place Apartments

Golfview Condos

The Cottages of Pleasant Hill
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Yellowbanks

Canterbury Heights, a 55+ Community

Broadway Heights

Parkside East

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Prairie Woods Apartments

Cypress 1 (East Ridge)

4171 E University Ave
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Park Winds

Hilltop Apartments

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4434 Honey Bee Rdg, Unit Apartment

2220 E Walnut St

Meadow Vista Senior Villas

Larnerd Apartments

Cypress II
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The Crest at Baker Creek

3274 E Euclid Ave

910 E Railroad Ave

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Capitol Grove Apartments

Meadow Vista by Kading

1412 Alpha Ave
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3312 E 36th Ct

3421 Thompson Ave

2512 Morton Ave
Pleasant Hill, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pleasant Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Pleasant Hill Studio Apartments | $893 | $885 | $900 |
| Cheap Pleasant Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,154 | $759 | $2,144 |
| Cheap Pleasant Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,103 | $750 | $2,670 |
| Cheap Pleasant Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $1,060 | $2,780 |
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Cheapest Available Pleasant Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pleasant Hill, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Canterbury Park in the Estey Heights neighborhood priced from $750. Parkside East in the Castalia Plaza 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 Pleasant Hill apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Rising Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $885 |
| Park Winds | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Peterson Place Apartments | 772 BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $971 |
| Capitol Grove Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $976 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Broadway Heights | B1 - 60 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pleasant Hill, IA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pleasant Hill area is the $1.02 price per square foot Timber Model at Riverwood in the in the Douglas Acres neighborhood starting from $1,345. The second greatest value Pleasant Hill apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Rock Creek Condos starting at $1,295 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pleasant Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverwood | Timber | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Rock Creek Condos | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Ironwood | 2x2 Birch | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Peterson Place Apartments | 770 BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Broadway Heights | B1 - 60 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Park Winds | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Canterbury Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Best Local Schools in Pleasant Hill, IA
Four Mile Elementary
Southeast Polk High School
Spring Creek - 6th Grade
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pleasant Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pleasant Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pleasant Hill is at Rising Ridge Apartments listed at $885.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pleasant Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pleasant Hill Apartment is $800 at Parkside East.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pleasant Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pleasant Hill is starting from $750 at Canterbury Park.
What is the most affordable Pleasant Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Pleasant Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Canterbury Park and starts from $1,140.
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