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597 Jefferson St

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571 Jefferson St, Unit 571 Jefferson St, 3

571 Jefferson St, Unit #3

1449 Locust St

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Marquette Hall

1820 Radford Rd

1600 Butterfield Drive
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444 Angella Street

The Gardens Of Dubuque

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1124 Locust St
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725 Duggan Dr

102 E Market St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dubuque?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Dubuque Studio Apartments | $943 | $650 | $1,095 |
| Cheap Dubuque 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,116 | $650 | $1,350 |
| Cheap Dubuque 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,362 | $895 | $2,150 |
| Cheap Dubuque 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $650 | $1,950 |
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Cheapest Available Dubuque Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dubuque, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at REHABILITATION OF 243-247 W 11TH ST priced from $805. 1182 Locust St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dubuque apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| REHABILITATION OF 243-247 W 11TH ST | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $805 |
| 1182 Locust St | Apt 4 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 2709 Ventura Dr | 1 Bed/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Union at the Marina | 1 Bedroom 60%AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,044 |
| Penn Place Apartments | Newly Renovated 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dubuque, IA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dubuque area is the $1.34 price per square foot 2 bed/1.5 bath Model at Hawkeye Townhomes in the starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Dubuque apartment is the Townhouse I Model at Westgate Residence Townhomes starting at $1,495 with a $1.25 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Dubuque apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkeye Townhomes | 2 bed/1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Westgate Residence Townhomes | Townhouse I | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| 1182 Locust St | Apt 4 | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Radford Place Apartments | Second/Third Floor Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 1525 Fairview Pl, Unit 1525 Fairview Place (Lower Level) | 1525 Fairview Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 2709 Ventura Dr, Unit 5 | 2709 Ventura Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Penn Place Apartments | Newly Renovated 2 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| REHABILITATION OF 243-247 W 11TH ST | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Eagle Point Townhomes | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 571 Jefferson St, Unit 571 Jefferson St, Unit 3 | 571 Jefferson St | 1BR,1BA | $0.81 |
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Best Local Schools in Dubuque, IA
John Kennedy Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dubuque Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dubuque?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dubuque is at Fox Hills Apartments listed at $1,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dubuque Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dubuque Apartment is $925 at 1182 Locust St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dubuque Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dubuque is starting from $805 at REHABILITATION OF 243-247 W 11TH ST.
What is the most affordable Dubuque Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dubuque Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Union at the Marina and starts from $1,351.
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