Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Branch, IA from $600 (30 Rentals)

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Carriage Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage Hill

700-710 Carriage HlIowa City, IA 52246
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Oakcrest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakcrest

801 Oakcrest StIowa City, IA 52246
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625 E Burlington St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

625 E Burlington St

625 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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Whiteway 2000
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Whiteway 2000

210 S Clinton StIowa City, IA 52240
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21 Woolf Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

21 Woolf Ave

21 Woolf AveIowa City, IA 52246
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1165 S Riverside Dr
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1165 S Riverside Dr

1165 S Riverside DrIowa City, IA 52246
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530 N Dubuque St
2 Bedroom Apartments

530 N Dubuque St

530 N Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52245
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Hawkeye Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hawkeye Park

432 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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River Ridge Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

River Ridge Place

199 6th StCoralville, IA 52241
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Forum at Lincoln
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forum at Lincoln

20 Lincoln AveIowa City, IA 52246
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The Overlook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Overlook

3155 Shire LnIowa City, IA 52240
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West Branch, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Branch Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Branch, IA is a Studio unit found at Lakewood Hills Apartments in the Old Mill Creek neighborhood priced from $695. The Banks Student Living in the Coralview Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Branch apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakewood Hills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
The Banks Student Living4x4 A4BR,4BA$695
308 N Linn StStudio1BR,1BA$800
Regency Heights (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
Sycamore ApartmentsOne Bedroom Units1BR,1BA$895
Seville1 BR - Sublet1BR,1BA$905
Nex Senior (55+) ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$948
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio,1BA$995
1006 Oakcrest Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Orchards & Woodlands2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Branch, IA and Nearby

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Branch area is the $0.50 price per square foot 4 Bedroom-2 Bathroom Model at Hawks Ridge in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $635. The second greatest value West Branch apartment is the G Model at The Hawthorne starting at $1,700 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the The Pond's Edge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Branch apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hawks Ridge4 Bedroom-2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$0.50
The HawthorneG3BR,2BA$1.36
Newton Pointe Apartments3 bed 1 bath3BR,1BA$1.43
Heritage Hill202 - 204 Sycamore St.2BR,2BA$1.40
926 Harlocke St (IC)2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1.20
Orchards & Woodlands2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.22
1006 Oakcrest Street ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.28
Nex Senior (55+) ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.06
The Quarters Iowa CityA2 - 2x12BR,1BA$0.90
Seville1 BR1BR,1BA$1.34

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Getting Around West Branch, IA

Walk Score®

20 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Branch Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Branch?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Branch is at Lakewood Hills Apartments listed at $695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Branch Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Branch Apartment is $800 at 308 N Linn St.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Branch is starting from $850 at The Banks Student Living.

What is the most affordable West Branch Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Branch Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Banks Student Living and starts from $780.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.