
Student Apartments for Rent in Iowa City, IA Under $2,000 (33 Rentals)
Rentals in Iowa City near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


316 Maddie

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Newton Pointe Apartments

Manville Terrace

630 S Capitol

Whiteway 2000

The Nest Iowa City

Replay
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The Forum at Lincoln

1165 S Riverside Dr

Forest Ridge

Total Monthly Price
Aspire at West Campus

The Quarters Iowa City

Hawks Ridge

Cornerstone Apartments

725 S Clinton St
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1122 N Dubuque St

961 Miller Avenue Iowa City Apartments

915 Harlocke

1014 Oakcrest Street Iowa City IA

906 North Dodge Street Iowa City IA

1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments

1050 Newton Rd

902 North Dodge Street Apartments
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Hawkeye Park

631 S Van Buren St

Hive

906 E Burlington Street Iowa City IA

625 E Burlington St

Student | Rise at Riverfront Crossings

Michael Street Apartments

Woodridge Estates
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Iowa City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa City Studio Apartments | $1,277 | $695 | $1,850 |
| Iowa City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $734 | $2,019 |
| Iowa City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,314 | $812 | $2,400 |
| Iowa City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Iowa City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,957 | $725 | $2,900 |
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Student Iowa City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Iowa City?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Iowa City is at Hawks Ridge listed at $575.
How much is the average rent for a Student Iowa City Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Iowa City is $1,458.
What is the largest Student Iowa City Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Iowa City is a 1,580 square feet unit starting from $695 at The Quarters Iowa City.
What is the average size for Iowa City Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Iowa City is currently at 605 sq ft.
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