Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Union, IA from $500 (52 Rentals)
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The Meadows Apartments

Meadow Ridge Apartments

University Manor

228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments

1150 Home Park Blvd

Rolling Meadows Apartments

Falls Edge Studios
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Legacy Manor of Waterloo

UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS

Brentwood Estates - Furnished & Unfurnished Apartments

Edgemont Park Apartments

Leavitt Park Apartments - Waterloo, IA

Thunder Ridge Apartments

Union at North Crossing

2836 Independence Ave

216 Courtland St

313 Dearborn Ave
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147 French St

2 1st St NE

125 Hamilton St

1213 Manson St

1503 Franklin St

1123 N Barclay St

247 Madison St

429 Anthony St

537 Reed St
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127 Quincy St

27 2nd Ave SE

105 Ludland Dr

420 Boston Ave

121 1st St NW
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518 Kern St

706 3rd Ave SW

507 Reed St

520 Adams St

707 Webster St

1304 S 11th St

642 Sherman Ave

808 Conger St

731 7th Ave NE

1226 Lincoln 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 | $935 | $755 | $1,300 |
| West Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,080 | $600 | $1,800 |
| West Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,168 | $700 | $2,500 |
| West Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $750 | $1,950 |
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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 $600. 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 | Meadows 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| 1106-1110 Kent Circle | Updated Cozy 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment in SW... | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Dec'25 and Jan' 26 ) | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| 228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments | 2nd Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| 1150 Home Park Blvd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Le Chateau | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| 1637 Carriage Hill | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| 124 Earl St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments | Charming 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Union, IA and Nearby
As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Union area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2 BR/ 2 BA Model at 3714 Ravenwood Cir in the starting from $1,150. The second greatest value West Union apartment is the Two Bedroom w/ Garage Model at Kinsale Condominiums starting at $975 with a $1.00 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3714 Ravenwood Cir | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Le Chateau | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.85 |
| Lawler School Lofts | 2BR/1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC | 2 Bed Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 1150 Home Park Blvd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Legacy Manor of Waterloo | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 1637 Carriage Hill | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Meadows 1Bd | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
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Getting Around West Union, IA
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $600 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 $700 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 $750.
Expert Rental Resources
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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