
Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Union, IA from $500 (40 Rentals)
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PDC Eco Cottages

The Meadows Apartments

Meadow Ridge Apartments

Kent Circle

Park @ Nine23

Falls Edge Studios

Brentwood Estates Apartments
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228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments

UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS

1150 Home Park Blvd

Rolling Meadows Apartments

University Manor

Union at North Crossing

313 Dearborn Ave

723 W 1st St
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Russell Lamson

105 Ludland Dr

5900 Osage Rd

235 Madison St

208 W Main St

1224-1282 W Mullan Ave

124-136 Earl St

2001 City View St
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613 Hope Ave

2014 Clearview St

1637 Carriage Hill Dr

The Preserve at Crossroads

269 Madison St

Westwood Apartments

1132 Ackermant St

204 S Buchanan St
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538 Sherman Ave

Le Chateau

1148 Columbia St

205 Maplewood St

1911 Spring View St

314 Conger St

1122 Steely St

823 Glenwood St
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West Union, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Union?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Union Studio Apartments | $992 | $780 | $1,400 |
| West Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,123 | $500 | $1,760 |
| West Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,334 | $598 | $2,510 |
| West Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,643 | $656 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available West Union Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Union, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Meadows Apartments in the Southlawn Court neighborhood priced from $620. Meadow Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Union apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Kent Circle | Updated Cozy 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment in SW... | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| 228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments | 2nd Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Brentwood Estates Apartments | Spacious One-Bedroom Apartment – Comfortable, P... | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Falls Edge Studios | Studio B REV | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| Park @ Nine23 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Edgemont Park Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment With Poolside Balcony At ... | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Leavitt Park Apartments - Waterloo, IA | ***FIRST MONTH FREE!*** 2 Bed 1 Bath | Leavitt ... | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Union, IA and Nearby
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Union area is the $0.81 price per square foot 3BR/2B Model at Lawler School Lofts in the starting from $969. The second greatest value West Union apartment is the 1st Month Free Model at Riverwalk Residences starting at $1,250 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Union apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawler School Lofts | 3BR/2B | 3BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Riverwalk Residences | 1st Month Free | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| 3714 Ravenwood Cir | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Legacy Manor of Waterloo - 55+ Living | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments | 3 bedroom/2bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| West Brook Apartments | Brand New 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Units at West Br... | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Union at North Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Otter Creek 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Union Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Union?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Union is at 228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Union Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Union Apartment is $620 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Union Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Union is starting from $750 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the most affordable West Union Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Union Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows Apartments and starts from $850.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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