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415 S Van Buren St

810 Benton Dr

3036 IA-1

1631 Muscatine Ave

2781 Triple Crown Ln
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521 Kirkwood Ave

714 Kirkwood Ave

49 Arbor Hill Cir

1027 3rd Ave

23 Bradley Ln

22 Bradley Ln
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108 Marshall Ave

614 E Jefferson St

501 Bowery St

1928 F St

62 Eisenhower St

235 N Linn St
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West Branch, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Branch?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Branch 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,372 | $950 | $2,100 |
West Branch 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,814 | $1,299 | $3,250 |
West Branch 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,555 | $2,100 | $3,400 |
West Branch 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,862 | $3,300 | $4,400 |
West Branch 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,020 | $4,020 | $4,020 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lakewood Hills Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
The Banks Student Living | 4x4 A | 4BR,4BA | $695 |
308 N Linn St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Seville | 1 BR - Sublet | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Branch, IA and Nearby
As of October 20, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hawks Ridge | 4 Bedroom-2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.50 |
The Hawthorne | G | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Newton Pointe Apartments | 3 bed 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Heritage Hill | 202 - 204 Sycamore St. | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
926 Harlocke St (IC) | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Nex Senior (55+) Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
The Quarters Iowa City | A2 - 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Seville | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Branch
What type of rentals are currently available in West Branch?
There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in West Branch, IA with pricing that ranges from $670 to $3,300. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Branch ranging from $875 to $4,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Branch?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Branch ranges from $875 to $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,513.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Branch?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Branch range from $695 to $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,299 to $3,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $695.
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.

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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