
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Iowa City Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA (58 Rentals)


1165 S Riverside Dr

The Nest Iowa City

316 Maddie

811 E College St

308 N Linn St

Riverfront Crossings

SoDo Flats

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221 E College St, Unit 1203, Unit 1203

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13 S Linn St, Unit 8, Unit 8
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23 S Dubuque St, Unit 1, Unit 1

613 E College St

118 S Dubuque St

1840 S Gilbert St

220 E Davenport St

532 S Dubuque St

908 E Washington St

415 S Van Buren St

5 S Johnson St

219 N Linn St
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404 E College St

Plaza Towers Condominiums

504 S Johnson St

639 S Lucas St

207 Myrtle Ave

711 E Burlington St

The Edge

922 E College St

319 E Court St

Ecumenical Towers
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505 Iowa Ave

226 N Dubuque St

636-642 S Dodge St

Citizen Building Apartments

223 S Johnson St

Del Ray Ridge Apartments

906 E Burlington Street Iowa City IA

Hawkeye Park

Breckenridge Apartments

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Apartments at Iowa

251 N Linn St

Hive

Student | Rise at Riverfront Crossings

201 E Washington St

The Riverfront Crossings

317 S Johnson St

510 S Van Buren St

505 E Washington St

7 South Linn
Downtown Iowa City, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Iowa City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Iowa City Studio Apartments | $1,161 | $800 | $1,495 |
Downtown Iowa City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,346 | $800 | $2,400 |
| Downtown Iowa City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $850 | $2,400 |
| Downtown Iowa City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $1,089 | $3,300 |
| Downtown Iowa City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,800 | $2,730 |
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There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Iowa City Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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Largest Available Downtown Iowa City 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Iowa City area of Iowa City, IA is found at Riverfront Crossings and is listed at 1,292 square feet priced from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Crossings | 1BR - P w/Office | 1,292 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| SoDo Flats | 1 Bedroom M Balcony | 775 Sq Ft | $1,195 |
| 308 N Linn St | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 750 Sq Ft | $800 |
| 316 Maddie | One bedroom, One Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| 1165 S Riverside Dr | 1 Bedroom - Large | 550 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Iowa City 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Iowa City of Iowa City, IA is the 1 BR/ 1 BA Model starting from $800 at 308 N Linn St. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Iowa City is currently $1,346. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 308 N Linn St | 1 BR/ 1 BA | $800 |
| SoDo Flats | 1 Bedroom M | $1,150 |
| 1165 S Riverside Dr | 1 Bedroom - Large | $1,175 |
| Riverfront Crossings | 1BR - JJ | $1,195 |
| 316 Maddie | One bedroom, One Bath | $1,550 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Iowa City, Iowa City, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Iowa City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Iowa City with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Iowa City is at 308 N Linn St listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Iowa City Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Iowa City is $1,346.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Iowa City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Iowa City is a 1,292 square feet unit starting from $1,650 at Riverfront Crossings.
What is the average size for Downtown Iowa City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Iowa City is currently 496 sq ft.
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