
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hoover Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (37 Rentals)
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Regency Heights (55+ Community)

Riverfront Crossings

Mane Gate Apartments

Orchards & Woodlands

923 1/2 E Washington St

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633 Walnut St

532 S Dubuque St

Cross Park Avenue

906 E Burlington Street Iowa City IA

625 E Burlington St

Violet Square

415 S Van Buren St

Town Square Apartments
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2434 Lakeside Dr

631 S Van Buren St

SoDo Flats

Hawkeye Park

530 N Dubuque St

804 N Dubuque St

Claremont Apartments

929 Iowa Ave

The Altamont
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902 North Dodge Street Apartments

Belmont Apartments

720 E Market St

477 S Scott Blvd

906 North Dodge Street Iowa City IA

2018 Waterfront Dr

Lucas Street 4-Plex

614 E Jefferson St

Breckenridge Apartments
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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 | $1,626 | $960 | $1,990 |
| Hoover 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,290 | $950 | $1,945 |
| Hoover 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $855 | $1,720 |
| Hoover 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $725 | $3,300 |
| Hoover 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $1,450 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 37 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. Riverfront Crossings has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. 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 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| The Chauncey | Studio, One Bed — Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,690 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hoover, IA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hoover area is the $1.68 price per square foot B3 - 2x2 Model at The Nest Iowa City in the in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,360. The second greatest value Hoover apartment is the Studio, Two Bed — Standard Model at The Chauncey starting at $1,755 with a $2.51 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 Nest Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| The Chauncey | Studio, Two Bed — Standard | Studio ,1BA | $2.51 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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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 $1,690.
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 $1,690.
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 2 regular apartments in Hoover that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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