Cheap Apartments for Rent in Princeton, IA from $500 (40 Rentals)

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443 2nd Ave D
1 Bedroom Apartments

443 2nd Ave D

443 2nd Avenue DSilvis, IL 61282
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73 Manor Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

73 Manor Dr

73 Manor DrPark View, IA 52748
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Crow Creek Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crow Creek Apartments

5067 Devils Glen RdBettendorf, IA 52722
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Princeton, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Princeton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Princeton, IA is a Studio unit found at Riverside Apartments and Townhomes priced from $525. Williamsburg Apartments in the McClellan Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Princeton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverside Apartments and TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$525
Williamsburg ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700
Village at Sheridan MeadowsStudio - Phase 2Studio,1BA$750
Pius Lane Apartments1 bed1BR,1BA$750
Maplewood Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$755
Indian Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775
Eastridge Villa1 bed1BR,1BA$800
2750-2780 Tech Dr1x11BR,1BA$835
Windsor Crest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$840
Kimberly Club Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Large1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, IA and Nearby

As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Home Model at Links at Pebble Creek in the in the Outer Davenport Bettendorf neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Princeton apartment is the Upper Model at Forest Grove Crossing starting at $1,995 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Outer Davenport Bettendorf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Princeton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Links at Pebble Creek3 Bedroom Home3BR,2BA$1.04
Forest Grove CrossingUpper3BR,2BA$1.33
The Landing of Clinton2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.23
5425 Valley Dr3 bed3BR,2BA$1.35
Cross Creek Apartment HomesPhase II1BR,1BA$1.14
Eastridge Villa1 bed1BR,1BA$0.98
Winding Hills Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.14
Pius Lane Apartments1 bed1BR,1BA$1.00
Maplewood Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.03
The Villas at Devils Glen2 Bedroom/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.22

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Princeton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Princeton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Princeton is at Riverside Apartments and Townhomes listed at $525.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment is $675 at Riverside Apartments and Townhomes.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Princeton is starting from $775 at Maplewood Apartments.

What is the most affordable Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverside Apartments and Townhomes and starts from $1,005.

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.