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1215 Mt Pleasant St

933 White St

770 University Ave

247 W 11th St

1941 Madison St

1131 Main St
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1245 High Bluff St

625 Alpine St, Unit Apt 1

625 Alpine St, Unit Apt 3

618 Alpine St

622 Alpine St

980 Mt Pleasant St

1745 John F Kennedy Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Dubuque?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubuque 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,293 | $895 | $1,700 |
| Dubuque 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,524 | $875 | $2,250 |
| Dubuque 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,842 | $1,390 | $2,750 |
| Dubuque 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Dubuque Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dubuque, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ellis Apartments priced from $665. REHABILITATION OF 243-247 W 11TH ST has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $805. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dubuque apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellis Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| REHABILITATION OF 243-247 W 11TH ST | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $805 |
| Hawkeye Apartments | 811 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Raven Oaks Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| James Sullivan Building | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dubuque, IA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dubuque area is the $1.20 price per square foot Townhouse II Model at Westgate Residence Townhomes in the starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Dubuque apartment is the 2 bed/1.5 bath Model at Hawkeye Townhomes starting at $1,200 with a $0.98 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westgate Residence Townhomes | Townhouse II | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Hawkeye Townhomes | 2 bed/1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| 620 Lincoln Ave, Unit 620 Lincoln | 620 Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 571 Jefferson St, Unit 571 Jefferson St, Unit 3 | 571 Jefferson St | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| 2709 Ventura Dr | 2 Bed/ 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 985 White St, Unit 1 | 985 White St | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Penn Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| REHABILITATION OF 243-247 W 11TH ST | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Emri Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Ellis Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
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Bryant Elementary School
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Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School
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What type of rentals are currently available in Dubuque?
There are currently 140 Apartments for Rent in Dubuque, IA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $2,280. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dubuque ranging from $300 to $2,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dubuque?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dubuque ranges from $300 to $2,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,423.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.