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Charles City, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Charles City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charles City, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at Residences at College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $425. Key Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charles City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Residences at College HillPrivate 1-Bedroom Apartment in a Spacious 4-Bed...4BR,1BA$425
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$450
City Center Kent ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charles City, IA and Nearby

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charles City area is the $1.36 price per square foot Pinnacle Villages - Waverly Model at Pinnacle Villages - Waverly in the starting from $1,630. The second greatest value Charles City apartment is the Pointe West - 2-bedroom apartments Model at Pointe West Apartments starting at $1,080 with a $0.98 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Charles City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pinnacle Villages - WaverlyPinnacle Villages - Waverly3BR,2.5BA$1.36
Pointe West ApartmentsPointe West - 2-bedroom apartments2BR,2BA$0.98
The Meadows3 Bedroom 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.16
Willow Falls ApartmentsWillow Falls2BR,2BA$1.47
Kinsale CondominiumsTwo Bedroom w/ Garage2BR,1BA$1.00
Union at North Crossing2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.13
Pebble Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.74
Rolling Meadows Apartments- 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment in Excellent Loca...1BR,1BA$1.40
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95

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Getting Around Charles City, IA

Walk Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charles City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Charles City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Charles City is at Key Apartments listed at $450.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Charles City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charles City Apartment is $495 at City Center Kent Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Charles City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Charles City is starting from $755 at Pebble Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable Charles City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Charles City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rolling Meadows Apartments and starts from $975.

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