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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Iowa City Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (35 Rentals)
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IA City Lofts
627 Orchard CtIowa City, IA 52246
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308 N Linn St
308 N Linn StIowa City, IA 52245
118 S Dubuque St
Iowa CityIA52240
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1165 S Riverside Dr
1165 S Riverside DrIowa City, IA 52246
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23 S Dubuque St, Unit 1
23 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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Riverfront Crossings
1201 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
1502 Crescent St
Iowa CityIA52240
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
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Orchards & Woodlands
1956-2030 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240
530 E Washington St
Iowa CityIA52240
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507 E College StIowa City, IA 52240
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355 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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Michael Street Apartments
732 Michael StIowa City, IA 52246
532 S Dubuque St
Iowa CityIA52240
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Del Ray Ridge Apartments
628 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
633 Walnut St
Iowa CityIA52240
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Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Cross Park Avenue
801-845 Cross Park AveIowa City, IA 52240
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625 E Burlington St
625 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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906 E Burlington Street Iowa City IA
906 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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Violet Square
501-511 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
415 S Van Buren St
Iowa CityIA52240
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631 S Van Buren St
631 S Van Buren StIowa City, IA 52240
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SoDo Flats
322 E Prentiss StIowa City, IA 52240
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Hawkeye Park
432 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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530 N Dubuque St
530 N Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52245
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Claremont Apartments
1012 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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929 Iowa Ave
929 Iowa AveIowa City, IA 52240
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Altamont Apartments
321 N Johnson StIowa City, IA 52245
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Belmont Apartments
920 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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720 E Market St
720 E Market StIowa City, IA 52245
521 Kirkwood Ave
Iowa CityIA52240
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Woodlands
2010-2110 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240
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614 E Jefferson St
Iowa CityIA52245
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Lucas Street 4-Plex
641 S Lucas StIowa City, IA 52240
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Breckenridge Apartments
707 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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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 | $1,321 | $780 | $1,850 |
| Downtown Iowa City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $734 | $2,019 |
| Downtown Iowa City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $1,100 | $2,400 |
| Downtown Iowa City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,367 | $1,139 | $3,300 |
| Downtown Iowa City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,800 | $2,730 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Iowa City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Iowa City area of Iowa City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 308 N Linn St priced from $800. 1165 S Riverside Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $990. Here are the most affordable Downtown Iowa City apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| 1165 S Riverside Dr | Studio - Twin | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Belmont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| IA City Lofts | Large Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| 811 E College St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Vogel House Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Iowa City, IA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Iowa City area is the $0.88 price per square foot 4 bedroom 4 bath Model at 630 S Capitol in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $1,365. The second greatest value Downtown Iowa City apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Orchards & Woodlands starting at $1,100 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Iowa City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 630 S Capitol | 4 bedroom 4 bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.88 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Belmont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Whiteway Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.07 |
| IA City Lofts | First Floor Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.23 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Iowa City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Iowa City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Iowa City is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Iowa City?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Iowa City is 308 N Linn St which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Downtown Iowa City costs $2,265.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Iowa City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 38 regular apartments in Downtown Iowa City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Iowa City?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Iowa City have an average cost of $1,032 which is $1,233 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Iowa City.
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