
Cheap Homes for Rent in Urbana, IA from $500 (9 Rentals)
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420 Water St

325 Clymer Rd

2951 9th St
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116 Harbet Ave NW

907 W 3rd St

900 Terry Ave

307 Velvas St
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107 8th Ave NE
Urbana, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Urbana?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Urbana 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,052 | $695 | $1,665 |
Urbana 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,457 | $625 | $1,995 |
Urbana 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,450 | $1,300 | $1,600 |
Urbana 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
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Cheapest Available Urbana Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Urbana, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Azure Apartments priced from $495. Woodcrest Apartments in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Urbana apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Azure Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
Woodcrest Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Forest Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Urbana, IA and Nearby
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Urbana area is the $0.95 price per square foot 2x1 Model at St. Andrews Apartments in the in the Kenwood Park neighborhood starting from $906. The second greatest value Urbana apartment is the 2 Beds 1 Bath Model at Cypress Pointe starting at $950 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Downtown Cedar Rapids neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Urbana apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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St. Andrews Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
Cypress Pointe | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Cambridge Townhomes | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Crestwood Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
Westgate Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Cedar Trail Village | Two Bedroom with Balcony/Patio | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Blair Ridge | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Overlook 380 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Forest Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Azure Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Urbana
What type of rentals are currently available in Urbana?
There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Urbana, IA with pricing that ranges from $495 to $97,500. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Urbana ranging from $525 to $1,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Urbana?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Urbana ranges from $525 to $1,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,220.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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