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(319) 499-5482
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749 W Benton St, Iowa City, IA 52246

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Forest Ridge

749 W Benton St
Iowa City, IA 52246
(319) 499-5482
Forest Ridge in Iowa City, IA - Building Photo
  • 1–4 Bedrooms
  • $830-$1,800 Pricing
  • 600–1,100 Square Feet

About Forest Ridge

First availability: August 1, 2027 Located on the west side of campus with easy access to UIHC, law schools, etc. Bus stop located right outside Assigned parking spots included with rent Tenants pay own utilities New flooring in units!

Forest Ridge is located in the Roosevelt Neighborhood and 52246 Zip code of Iowa City, IA. This community is professionally managed by Penningroth, Paul & Terry

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

MondayBy Appointment
TuesdayBy Appointment
WednesdayBy Appointment
ThursdayBy Appointment
FridayBy Appointment
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayBy Appointment

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Forest Ridge offers 1 to 4 Bedroom apartments starting from $830 and having 600–1,100 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bed/1 Bath

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 600 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $830Call for Availability1 Bed/1 Bath600 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Fireplace
    • Heating
    • Smoke Free
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $830 - $850
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bed/2 Bath

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 750 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,100Call for Availability2 Bed/2 Bath750 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Living Space

    • Hardwood Floors

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,100 - $1,200
  • 4 Bedrooms

    4 Bed/2 Bath

    4 Beds, 2 Baths, 1100 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,800Call for Availability4 Bed/2 Bath1100 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Fireplace
    • Heating
    • Smoke Free
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,800
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 54 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1991

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

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Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$50.00
Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$0.00

Other Fees and Policies

Storage Fees

Storage Unit
Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item.$0.00
Storage RentiCharged per rentable item.$0.00/mo
Comments:

Extra storage closet available for $100/year.

Pet Policy and Fees

No Pets Allowed

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lot
  • 2 Max

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Laundry Facilities

Interior Features

  • Storage Space
  • Heating
  • Tub/Shower
  • Fireplace
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Living Area Features

  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Hardwood Floors

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed
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749 W Benton St, Iowa City, IA 52246

Getting Around

  • 70 / 100 Moderately walkable

    Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 60 / 100 Good public transit

    Walking distance to rapid transit and frequent bus lines

  • 70 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 70 / 100 Moderately car friendly

    Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 70 / 100 Restaurants

    Variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Cafes

    Variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Nightlife

    Wide variety of bars within a few minutes

  • 50 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within walking distance

  • 20 / 100 Noise Level

    Multiple sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Ridge

Where is Forest Ridge located?

Forest Ridge is located at 749 W Benton St near the Roosevelt area of Iowa City, IA

What is the current rent range at Forest Ridge?

1 Bedroom to 4 Bedroom Apartments at Forest Ridge currently range from $830 to $1,800

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Forest Ridge are
  • Monday By Appointment
  • Tuesday By Appointment
  • Wednesday By Appointment
  • Thursday By Appointment
  • Friday By Appointment
  • Saturday By Appointment
  • Sunday By Appointment

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The Forest Ridge Apartments are 20.37% cheaper than the average apartment in the Roosevelt area.

    Rent Comparison to the Roosevelt Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$830$1,342-$512-38.2%
    2 Bedroom$1,100$1,426-$326-22.9%
    4 Bedroom$1,800$1,800+$0-0.0%

    Methodology: On 08/23/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 75 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Forest Ridge (Roosevelt) using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 08/23/2026

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Nearby Schools

Ernest Horn Elementary School

Iowa City Community School District
600 Koser Avenue
Public School - Grades PK-5 (451 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
4/10

West Senior High School

Iowa City Community School District
2901 Melrose Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1488 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away
7/10

Northwest Junior High School

Iowa City Community School District
1507 8th Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (730 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.8 miles away
5/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Forest Ridge.

Big Box and Retail

Staples

820 S Riverside Dr
1 minute drive / 0.57 miles away

Walgreens

102 2nd St
4 minute drive / 1.57 miles away

Menards

2605 Naples Ave SW
5 minute drive / 1.68 miles away

Colleges and Universities

The University of Iowa

101 Jessup Hall
2 minute drive / 0.85 miles away

Kirkwood Community College - Iowa City Campus

1816 Lower Muscatine Road
4 minute drive / 2.12 miles away

Groceries

Hy-Vee

1720 Waterfront Dr
3 minute drive / 1.18 miles away

Aldi

2750 Heartland Dr
9 minute drive / 4.66 miles away

Hospitals

University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

200 Hawkins Drive
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

Mercy Hospital

500 E Market Street
4 minute drive / 1.45 miles away

Shopping Centers

Old Capitol Town Center

201 S Clinton St
2 minute drive / 0.98 miles away

Quincy Square

322-330 E 2nd St
2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

Walden Square

755-787 Mormon Trek Blvd
4 minute drive / 1.36 miles away

Forest Ridge has 5 shopping centers within 1.6 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Iowa City Studio Apartments $1,144$695$1,550
Iowa City 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,219$660$1,650
Iowa City 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,341$836$2,400
Iowa City 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,453$725$3,300
Iowa City 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,800$1,800$1,800
2 Bedroom Homes$1,444$1,025$2,350
3 Bedroom Homes$2,010$1,650$2,500
4 Bedroom Homes$2,699$1,400$3,300
5 Bedroom Homes$2,512$2,375$2,650

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