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Solon, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Solon, IA

Pricing Updated: 03/16/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Solon, IA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Solon Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Old Mill Creek$2,025$67512

Cheapest Available Solon Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Solon, IA is a Studio unit found at Lakewood Hills Apartments in the Old Mill Creek neighborhood priced from $695. 308 N Linn St in the Fair Meadows 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 Solon apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakewood Hills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
308 N Linn StStudio1BR,1BA$800
Aspire at West Campus2x2 Herky - Unfurnished2BR,2BA$812

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Solon, IA and Nearby

As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Solon area is the $1.36 price per square foot G Model at The Hawthorne in the in the The Pond's Edge neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Solon apartment is the 3 bed 1 bath Model at Newton Pointe Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Cottage Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Solon apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The HawthorneG3BR,2BA$1.36
Newton Pointe Apartments3 bed 1 bath3BR,1BA$1.43
Penn Street PlaceCorner Windows2BR,2BA$1.80
The BalticStyle C31BR,1BA$1.69
The Banks Student Living2x2 A2BR,2BA$1.04
712 E Market StMarket Street Apartments2BR,1BA$1.68
Park Place2 Bdrm2BR,1BA$1.22
808 on 5th424 S1BR,1BA$1.75
Parkside Manor1 Bdrm-LL1BR,1BA$1.35
Regency Heights (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43

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Frequently Asked Questions about Solon

What type of rentals are currently available in Solon?

There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Solon, IA with pricing that ranges from $695 to $3,598. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Solon ranging from $1,000 to $5,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Solon?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Solon ranges from $1,000 to $5,495 with an average monthly rent of $2,184.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Solon?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Solon range from $799 to $3,598, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $2,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $699.

Expert Rental Resources

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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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.