Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Iowa City Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA Under $2,000 (49 Rentals)

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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725 S Clinton St
3 Bedroom Apartments

725 S Clinton St

725 S Clinton StIowa City, IA 52240
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221 E College St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

221 E College St

221 E College StIowa City, IA 52240
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Hawkeye Park
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hawkeye Park

432 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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Pink Palace
3 Bedroom Apartments

Pink Palace

505 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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613 S Dubuque St
3 Bedroom Apartments

613 S Dubuque St

613 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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Sabin Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sabin Townhomes

175 E Prentiss StIowa City, IA 52245
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630 S Capitol
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

630 S Capitol

630 S Capitol 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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Vogel House
Studio Apartments

Vogel House

255 Iowa AveIowa City, IA 52240
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720 E Market St
2 Bedroom Apartments

720 E Market St

720 E Market StIowa City, IA 52245
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929 Iowa Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

929 Iowa Ave

929 Iowa AveIowa City, IA 52240
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Hive
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hive

700 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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530 N Dubuque St
2 Bedroom Apartments

530 N Dubuque St

530 N Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52245
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631 S Van Buren St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

631 S Van Buren St

631 S Van Buren StIowa City, IA 52240
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SoDo Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SoDo Flats

322 E Prentiss StIowa City, IA 52240
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Keokuk Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

Keokuk Street

2001 Keokuk StIowa City, IA 52240
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Whiteway 2000
Studio Apartments

Whiteway 2000

210 S Clinton StIowa City, IA 52240
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Violet Square
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Violet Square

501-511 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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Cross Park Avenue
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cross Park Avenue

801-845 Cross Park AveIowa City, IA 52240
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Woodlands
2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodlands

2010-2110 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240
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Michael Street
Studio Apartments

Michael Street

732 Michael StIowa City, IA 52246
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Apartments at Iowa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments at Iowa

507 E College StIowa City, IA 52240
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Apartments at Iowa
Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments at Iowa

355 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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Downtown Iowa City, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

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Getting Around the Downtown Iowa City Neighborhood in Iowa City, IA

Walk Score®

86 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

83 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Iowa City

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Iowa City?

There are currently 45 Studio Apartments in Downtown Iowa City with rent ranges from $990 to $1,265 with an average price of $1,160.

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 $800 to $1,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,336.

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 $3,350. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,647.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.