1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Brighton, IA (20 Rentals)

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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SoDo Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

SoDo Flats

322 E Prentiss StIowa City, IA 52240
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1032 Newton Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

1032 Newton Rd

1032 Newton RdIowa City, IA 52246
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Hive
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hive

700 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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Brighton, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Brighton and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Brighton, IA is found at Riverfront Crossings in the Fair Meadows neighborhood and is 1,292 square feet priced from $1,650. Ottumwa Heights Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 750 square feet and currently listed start at $1. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Brighton:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Riverfront Crossings1BR - P w/Office1,292 Sq Ft$1,650
Ottumwa Heights Apartments1x1750 Sq FtCall for Rates
The Overlook1 Bedroom720 Sq Ft$1,095
316 MaddieOne bedroom, One Bath600 Sq Ft$1,500
Aspire at West Campus1x1 Hancher - Furnished576 Sq Ft$1,385

Cheapest Available Brighton and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 14, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Brighton, IA is the One Bedroom Units Model starting from $895 at Sycamore Apartments in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. The second most affordable Brighton 1 Bedroom is the F2 - 1x1 Model at The Quarters Iowa City starting at $1,050 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Brighton is currently $1,208. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Brighton:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Sycamore ApartmentsOne Bedroom Units$895
The Quarters Iowa CityF2 - 1x1$1,050
The Overlook1 Bedroom$1,095
Riverfront Crossings1BR - JJ$1,195
Aspire at West Campus1x1 Kinnick - Unfurnished$1,385

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Getting Around Brighton, IA

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5 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

18 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Brighton Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Brighton Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Brighton is $1,208.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Brighton Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Brighton is a 1,292 square feet unit starting from $1,650 at Riverfront Crossings.

What is the average size for Brighton 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Brighton is currently 532 sq ft.

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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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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