
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Protivin, IA from $500 (46 Rentals)
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The Meadows Apartments

Russell Lamson

Total Monthly Price
105 Main St S

Brentwood Estates Apartments

228 Spaces

Rolling Meadows Apartments

Union at North Crossing

University Manor
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Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC

Falls Edge Studios

Park @ Nine23

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309 4th St

131 S Vine St

307 Riehl St

406 Gable St

420 E Main St

525 Hope Ave

1224-1282 W Mullan Ave

1637 Carriage Hill Dr

415 Adams St
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Clover Patch Apartments

212 Reed St

547 Reed St

1125 Ackermant St

642 Dawson St

12 6th Ave NE

622 Keystone St

Pointe West Apartments

806 Cedar River Dr NW
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401 Charles St

Elmcrest

1216 Beech St

1020 Columbia St

1720 Logan Ave

413 Hope Ave

136 Ricker St

310 N Frederick Ave

440 Dawson St
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714 2nd Ave NW
Protivin, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Protivin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protivin Studio Apartments | $1,068 | $652 | $1,450 |
| Protivin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,118 | $500 | $1,915 |
| Protivin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,335 | $598 | $2,500 |
| Protivin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,342 | $656 | $1,950 |
| Protivin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $1,100 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Protivin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Protivin, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $299. The Meadows Apartments in the Southlawn Court neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $620. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Protivin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath-W/D In Unit | 4BR,1BA | $299 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
| 105 Main St S | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| 228 Spaces | 2nd Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Brentwood Estates Apartments | Brentwood Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Clover Patch Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Aug '25) | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Thunder Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Garden | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Leavitt Park Apartments | ***FIRST MONTH FREE!*** 2 Bed 1 Bath | Leavitt ... | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Protivin, IA and Nearby
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Protivin area is the $0.95 price per square foot Three Bedroom/One & Half Bathroom Model at Scenic View Townhomes in the starting from $1,236. The second greatest value Protivin apartment is the 3BR/2B Model at Lawler School Lofts starting at $1,059 with a $0.88 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Protivin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scenic View Townhomes | Three Bedroom/One & Half Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Lawler School Lofts | 3BR/2B | 3BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Pointe West Apartments | Pointe West - 2-bedroom apartments | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Riverwalk Residences | 1st Month Free | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments | 3 bedroom/2bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Cottages of Stewartville | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| The Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath-W/D In Unit | 4BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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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 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 $620 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 $750 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 $850.
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