Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Iowa City Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA (138 Rentals)

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23 S Dubuque St, Unit 1
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1

23 S Dubuque St, Unit 1

23 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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property at 332 S Linn St

$2,300

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 1

332 S Linn St, Unit 211

332 S Linn St
Iowa CityIA52240

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property at 118 S Dubuque St

$895 - $995

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Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

Available Aug 1

118 S Dubuque St

Iowa CityIA52240
property at 302 Melrose Ct

$3,000

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

302 Melrose Ct

Iowa CityIA52246
property at 1502 Crescent St

$1,025

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 8

1502 Crescent St

Iowa CityIA52240

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504 S Johnson St
1 Bedroom Apartments

504 S Johnson St

504 S Johnson StIowa City, IA 52240
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Plaza Towers Condominiums
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza Towers Condominiums

221 E College StIowa City, IA 52240
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The Chauncey
Studio Apartments

The Chauncey

404 E College StIowa City, IA 52240
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Lucas Street 4-Plex
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Lucas Street 4-Plex

641 S Lucas StIowa City, IA 52240
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SoDo Flats
2 Bedroom Apartments

SoDo Flats

320 E Prentiss StIowa City, IA 52240
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412 S Linn St
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412 S Linn St

412 S Linn StIowa City, IA 52240
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319 E Court St
1 Bedroom Apartments

319 E Court St

319 E Court StIowa City, IA 52240
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The Flats at Rise
3 Bedroom Apartments

The Flats at Rise

401 S Linn StIowa City, IA 52240
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Downtown Iowa City, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

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Downtown Iowa City, Iowa City, IA

Ranked #12

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Iowa, including Iowa City. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting with children? this area of town is known as a top neighborhood for families, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, and great education.

Outdoors Rating

Love parks and greenspace? Downtown Iowa City is a highly-rated residential area for the great outdoors, with a score of 2.5 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

There's good news if you raise furry friends. This part of Iowa City has risen to be one of the A-list neighborhoods for renting with pets, with a score of 3.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Iowa City

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Iowa City?

There are currently 87 Studio Apartments in Downtown Iowa City with rent ranges from $780 to $1,850 with an average price of $1,321.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Iowa City Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Iowa City ranges from $734 to $2,019 with an average monthly rent of $1,372.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Iowa City cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Iowa City range from $1,100 to $2,400. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,423.

How expensive are Downtown Iowa City Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 53 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Iowa City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,139 to $3,300 - averaging $1,367 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.