Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottage Hill Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (19 Rentals)
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156 Westside Dr, Unit 1st Floor

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806 Benton Dr

156 Westside Dr

417 Douglass Ct

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Cottage Hill, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottage Hill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cottage Hill Studio Apartments | $1,233 | $1,225 | $1,250 |
Cottage Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,477 | $800 | $1,959 |
Cottage Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $799 | $2,300 |
Cottage Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,289 | $749 | $2,247 |
Cottage Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $719 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Cottage Hill Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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Cheapest Available Cottage Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cottage Hill area of Iowa City, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Orchards & Woodlands priced from $1,100. 1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Cottage Hill apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Willow Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
IA City Lofts | Large Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
316 Maddie | One bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottage Hill, IA
As of April 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cottage Hill area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Orchards & Woodlands in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Cottage Hill apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Cottage Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottage Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Oakcrest Condominiums | 2 BR / 1 BA 863 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
316 Maddie | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
IA City Lofts | Large Studio Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
Hive | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $4.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottage Hill Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cottage Hill?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11 regular apartments in Cottage Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
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