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Westwood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Westwood Apartments

3270-3320 W 4th StWaterloo, IA 50701
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Pointe West Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pointe West Apartments

1901 W 18th StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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Urban Flats South
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Urban Flats South

917 W 23rd StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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2557 W 3rd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2557 W 3rd St

2557 W 3rd StWaterloo, IA 50701
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Shell Rock, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shell Rock Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Shell Rock, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $350. Russell Lamson in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shell Rock apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences on College Hill4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment4BR,1BA$350
Russell LamsonStudioStudio,1BA$695
Le Chateau2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$795
University Manor1 BR/ 1 BA (Aug '25)1BR,1BA$815
Gold Falls Villa Apartments2BR/1 Bath2BR,1BA$815
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Leavitt Park Apartments - Waterloo, IA***FIRST MONTH FREE!*** 2 Bed 1 Bath | Leavitt ...2BR,1BA$920
Thunder Ridge ApartmentsStylish 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Apartment with Bal...1BR,1BA$920
Park @ Nine23b1sw2BR,1BA$930
Elmcrest2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shell Rock, IA and Nearby

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shell Rock area is the $1.17 price per square foot Palace Apartments - Two Bedrooms Model at Palace Apartments in the starting from $1,520. The second greatest value Shell Rock apartment is the 4BR/2BA Model at Hillcrest Park Apartments-Student Housing starting at $552 with a $0.50 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Shell Rock apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palace ApartmentsPalace Apartments - Two Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.17
Hillcrest Park Apartments-Student Housing4BR/2BA4BR,2BA$0.50
Riverwalk Residences1st Month Free2BR,2BA$1.19
Rolling Meadows Apartments3 bedroom/2bath3BR,2BA$0.96
Pineview Place ApartmentsPrime Waterloo Living: 2-Bedroom / 1-Bath Apart...2BR,1BA$1.05
Kinsale CondominiumsTwo Bedroom w/ Garage2BR,1BA$1.02
Le Chateau2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.85
Cedar Village Community2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.08
The Residences on College Hill4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment4BR,1BA$0.39
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shell Rock Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shell Rock?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shell Rock is at Russell Lamson listed at $695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shell Rock Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shell Rock Apartment is $815 at University Manor.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shell Rock is starting from $795 at Le Chateau.

What is the most affordable Shell Rock Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Shell Rock Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rolling Meadows Apartments and starts from $975.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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