
Homes for Rent in Iowa City, IA Under $1,500 (58 Rentals)


365 Ellis Ave, Unit #9

402 W Benton St

365 Ellis Ave, Unit Apt 12

633 S Dodge St, Unit 4

2713 Wayne Ave

226 S Governor St

313 Grandview Ct, Unit 313, Unit 313

2448 Rushmore Dr

104 Grandview Ct, Unit 114, Unit 114
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300 Grandview Ct

212 Grandview Ct, Unit 212, Unit 212

515 Grandview Ct, Unit 515, Unit 515

2743 Triple Crown Ln, Unit 10, Unit 10

2664 Triple Crown Ln

434 Hawaii Ct

100 Grandview Ct

500 Grandview Ct

614 E Jefferson St

2100 S.Scott Blvd #66 Unit 66
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521 Kirkwood Ave

8 Green Mountain Dr

2620 Westwinds Dr

11 Arbor Hill Cir

734 Westwinds Dr

728 Westwinds Dr

719 Westwinds Dr

477 S Scott Blvd

102 Grandview Ct, Unit 102, Unit 102

404 Peterson St

332 Friendship St

1502 Crescent St

808 Benton Dr

156 Westside Dr

2639 Westwinds Dr

415 S Van Buren St

1447 Aber Ave

912 2nd Ave

118 S Dubuque St

633 Walnut St

932 E College St

2609 Westwinds Dr

2635 Westwinds Dr

532 S Dubuque St

530 E Washington St

201 21st Ave Pl

2865 Spring Rose Cir

2264 Holiday Rd

1755 5th St

942 23rd Ave Pl
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Iowa City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,402 | $850 | $3,900 |
| Iowa City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,823 | $1,199 | $2,700 |
| Iowa City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,502 | $1,750 | $3,200 |
| Iowa City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,712 | $2,375 | $3,050 |
| Iowa City 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $625 | $625 | $625 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Iowa City?
There are currently 273 Apartments for Rent in Iowa City, IA with pricing that ranges from $695 to $3,300. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Iowa City ranging from $625 to $4,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Iowa City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Iowa City ranges from $625 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,961.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Iowa City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Iowa City range from $695 to $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,199 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.
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