
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hoover Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (47 Rentals)
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308 N Linn St

Regency Heights (55+ Community)

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319 E Washington St, Unit 100

118 S Dubuque St

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23 S Dubuque St, Unit 1

Riverfront Crossings

Mane Gate Apartments

109 S Johnson St
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173 S Scott Blvd

Orchards & Woodlands

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512 E Burlington St, Unit 1

530 E Washington St

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518 N Van Buren St

Sycamore Coop

Del Ray Ridge Apartments
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633 Walnut St

Cross Park Avenue

906 E Burlington Street Iowa City IA

625 E Burlington St

912 2nd Ave

Violet Square

415 S Van Buren St

Town Square Apartments

631 S Van Buren St
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SoDo Flats

Hawkeye Park

530 N Dubuque St

804 N Dubuque St

Claremont Apartments

929 Iowa Ave

Altamont Apartments

902 North Dodge Street Apartments

Belmont Apartments
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332 Friendship St

720 E Market St

477 S Scott Blvd

11 Arbor Hill Cir

906 North Dodge Street Iowa City IA

521 Kirkwood Ave

614 E Jefferson St

1602 Spruce St

Lucas Street 4-Plex
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Breckenridge Apartments

Woodlands
Hoover, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hoover?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover Studio Apartments | $1,384 | $960 | $1,850 |
| Hoover 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $734 | $1,945 |
| Hoover 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $855 | $1,895 |
| Hoover 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,133 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Hoover 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Hoover Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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Cheapest Available Hoover Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hoover 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 Hoover 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 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Belmont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| 811 E College St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Whiteway Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Vogel House Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hoover, IA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hoover area is the $0.59 price per square foot C1 - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Iowa City in the in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $695. The second greatest value Hoover apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Claremont Apartments starting at $1,025 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hoover apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Quarters Iowa City | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| 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 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Vogel House Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.42 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHoover, Iowa City, IA
Ranked #4
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Hoover, Iowa City, IA
Helen Lemme Elementary School
Iowa City High School
Southeast Junior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hoover Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hoover?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hoover is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hoover?
The cheapest apartment in Hoover is 308 N Linn St which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Hoover costs $1,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hoover?
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 Hoover 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 Hoover?
Cheap apartments in Hoover have an average cost of $698 which is $1,102 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hoover.
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