
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brighton, IA from $600 (26 Rentals)
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Orchard Lane Apartments

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Riverfront Crossings

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121 S Ash St

2643 Westwinds Dr

2635 Westwinds Dr

1649 Aber Ave
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734 Westwinds Dr

156 Westside Dr

2018 Waterfront Dr

806 Benton Dr
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Brighton, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brighton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Brighton Studio Apartments | $1,145 | $995 | $1,265 |
Brighton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $615 | $1,950 |
Brighton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $620 | $3,350 |
Brighton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,097 | $650 | $3,300 |
Brighton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,058 | $1,058 | $1,058 |
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Cheapest Available Brighton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brighton, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Tisdale Apartments priced from $760. Louden Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brighton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Tisdale Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $760 |
Louden Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
Aspire at West Campus | 2x2 Herky - Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $812 |
Orchard Lane Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
The Quarters Iowa City | F2 - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
The Overlook | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Willow Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton, IA and Nearby
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $1.32 price per square foot Remodeled 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D Model at Mane Gate Apartments in the in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Orchards & Woodlands starting at $1,100 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Cottage Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brighton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Mane Gate Apartments | Remodeled 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
613 S Dubuque St | 3 Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
Orchard Lane Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
The Nest Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
Louden Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
The Overlook | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Tisdale Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
IA City Lofts | Large Studio Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Getting Around Brighton, IA
Walk Score®
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 Cheap Brighton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Apartment is $895 at Sycamore Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brighton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brighton is starting from $760 at Tisdale Apartments.
What is the most affordable Brighton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Brighton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Louden Lofts and starts from $845.
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