
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fair Meadows Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Fair Meadows area of Iowa City.


Regency Heights (55+ Community)

Sycamore Apartments

822-826 3rd Ave

23 S Dubuque St, Unit 1

Riverfront Crossings

SoDo Flats

631 S Van Buren St
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IA City Lofts

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Cross Park Avenue
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1165 S Riverside Dr

Hawkeye Park

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929 Iowa Ave

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The Overlook

720 E Market St

Vogel House

Woodlands

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Fair Meadows, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fair Meadows?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Meadows Studio Apartments | $1,196 | $800 | $1,300 |
| Fair Meadows 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,216 | $800 | $1,935 |
| Fair Meadows 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,327 | $690 | $2,400 |
| Fair Meadows 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,035 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Fair Meadows 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,800 | $2,730 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fair Meadows Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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Cheapest Available Fair Meadows Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fair Meadows area of Iowa City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 308 N Linn St priced from $800. Regency Heights (55+ Community) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Fair Meadows apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| SoDo Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Belmont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | One Bedroom with W/D - OL | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| IA City Lofts | First Floor Units | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 630 S Capitol | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,365 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fair Meadows, IA
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fair Meadows 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 Fair Meadows apartment is the C1 - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Iowa City starting at $695 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fair Meadows apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 630 S Capitol | 4 bedroom 4 bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.88 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| Ridge at Scott Park | 2bd/2bath with office | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Belmont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | One Bedroom with W/D - OL | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B1 - 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fair Meadows Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fair Meadows?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fair Meadows is under $1,365.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fair Meadows?
The cheapest apartment in Fair Meadows is 308 N Linn St which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Fair Meadows costs $2,265.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fair Meadows?
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 27 regular apartments in Fair Meadows 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 Fair Meadows?
Cheap apartments in Fair Meadows have an average cost of $868 which is $1,397 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fair Meadows.
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