Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charles City, IA from $300 (8 Rentals)
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Charles City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charles City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Charles City Studio Apartments | $928 | $405 | $1,270 |
Charles City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $995 | $385 | $1,585 |
Charles City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $725 | $3,433 |
Charles City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,221 | $935 | $1,670 |
Charles City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $904 | $375 | $1,400 |
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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 on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $375. Shalom Tower II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $405. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charles City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Residences on College Hill | Private 1-Bedroom Apartment in a Spacious 4-Bed... | 4BR,1BA | $375 |
Shalom Tower II | Tower I Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $405 |
Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charles City, IA and Nearby
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charles City area is the $1.46 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at State Street Riverfront in the in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Charles City apartment is the Pinnacle Villages - Waverly Model at Pinnacle Villages - Waverly starting at $1,670 with a $1.39 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Charles City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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State Street Riverfront | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Pinnacle Villages - Waverly | Pinnacle Villages - Waverly | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
Pebble Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Union at North Crossing | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
Shalom Tower II | Tower II - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
Rolling Meadows Apartments | - 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment in Excellent Loca... | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,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 Shalom Tower II listed at $405.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Charles City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charles City Apartment is $385 at Residences on College Hill.
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 $725 at Residences on College Hill.
What is the most affordable Charles City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Charles City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pebble Creek Apartments and starts from $907.
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