Cheap Apartments for Rent in Protivin, IA from $300 (22 Rentals)

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131 S Vine St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

131 S Vine St

131 S Vine StWest Union, IA 52175
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Russell Lamson
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Russell Lamson

209 W 5th StWaterloo, IA 50701
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1637 Carriage Hill
2 Bedroom Apartments

1637 Carriage Hill

1637 Carriage Hill DrWaterloo, IA 50701

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Protivin, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Protivin Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Protivin, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Meadows Apartments in the Southlawn Court neighborhood priced from $600. University Manor in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Protivin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Meadows ApartmentsMeadows 1Bd1BR,1BA$600
University Manor1 BR/ 1 BA (Dec'25 and Jan' 26 )1BR,1BA$770
1637 Carriage Hill2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$795
228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments2nd Floor StudioStudio,1BA$795
Falls Edge StudiosStudio B REVStudio,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Protivin, IA and Nearby

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Protivin area is the $0.92 price per square foot Three Bedroom/ One Bathroom Model at Scenic View Townhomes in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Protivin apartment is the 1st Month Free Model at Riverwalk Residences starting at $1,300 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Protivin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Scenic View TownhomesThree Bedroom/ One Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$0.92
Riverwalk Residences1st Month Free2BR,2BA$1.23
Kinsale CondominiumsTwo Bedroom w/ Garage2BR,1BA$1.00
Lawler School Lofts2BR/1B2BR,1BA$1.06
Residences on College Hill4 Bedroom Apartment Near UNI — Only $1,400/mo (...4BR,1BA$0.99
Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC2 Bed Updated2BR,1BA$1.09
Pointe West ApartmentsPointe West - 1-bedroom apartments1BR,1BA$1.13
1637 Carriage Hill2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.10
The Meadows ApartmentsMeadows 1Bd1BR,1BA$0.92
University Manor1 BR/ 1 BA (Dec'25 and Jan' 26 )1BR,1BA$1.26

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Protivin Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Protivin?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Protivin is at 228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments listed at $795.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Protivin Apartment is $600 at The Meadows Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Protivin is starting from $700 at The Meadows Apartments.

What is the most affordable Protivin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Protivin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows Apartments and starts from $750.

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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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

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