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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fair Meadows Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (37 Rentals)
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Sycamore Apartments
2037 Kountry Ln SEIowa City, IA 52240
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220 E Washington St, Unit 1
220 E Washington StIowa City, IA 52240
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711 E Burlington St, Unit 2
711 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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Regency Heights (55+ Community)
1010 Scott Park DrIowa City, IA 52245
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1165 S Riverside Dr
1165 S Riverside DrIowa City, IA 52246
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Riverfront Crossings
1201 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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Mane Gate Apartments
2725 Heinz RdIowa City, IA 52240
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from $1,0501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments
1006 Oakcrest StIowa City, IA 52246
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902 North Dodge Street Apartments
902 N Dodge StIowa City, IA 52245
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Forum at Lincoln
20 Lincoln AveIowa City, IA 52246
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Orchards & Woodlands
1956-2030 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240
2707 Triple Crown Ln
Iowa CityIA52240
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512 E Burlington St, Unit 1
512 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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304 S Summit St, Unit 103
304 S Summit StIowa City, IA 52240
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Fair Meadows, Iowa City, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fair Meadows?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Meadows Studio Apartments | $1,065 | $780 | $1,265 |
| Fair Meadows 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,199 | $895 | $1,950 |
| Fair Meadows 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $620 | $3,350 |
| Fair Meadows 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $650 | $3,300 |
| Fair Meadows 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 37 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 Regency Heights (55+ Community) priced from $935. Claremont Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $985. Here are the most affordable Fair Meadows apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
| 1165 S Riverside Dr | Studio - Twin | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | F2 - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 811 E College St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D | 3BR,2BA | $1,405 |
| 316 Maddie | One bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Ridge at Scott Park | 2bd/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,669 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fair Meadows, IA
As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fair Meadows area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D Model at Mane Gate Apartments in the in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,405. The second greatest value Fair Meadows apartment is the 3bd/2bath Model at Ridge at Scott Park starting at $1,750 with a $1.62 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. |
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| Mane Gate Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Ridge at Scott Park | 3bd/2bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| 316 Maddie | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 811 E College St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | F2 - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
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Best Local Schools in Fair Meadows, Iowa City, IA
Grant Wood Elementary School
Iowa City Community School District
Public School - Grades PK-6 (391)
3 out of 10
Iowa City High School
Iowa City Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1599)
6 out of 10
Southeast Junior High School
Iowa City Community School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (812)
4 out of 10
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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 $1,669.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fair Meadows?
The cheapest apartment in Fair Meadows is Regency Heights (55+ Community) which is listed at $935, while the average apartment in Fair Meadows costs $2,000.
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 17 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 $275 which is $1,725 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fair Meadows.
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