Apartments for Rent in the Lucas Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA (154 Rentals)

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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property at 943 S Gilbert St
$1,800

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Base Rent$1,800
Total Monthly Price$1,800
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent
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943 S Gilbert St, Unit 32

943 S Gilbert St
Iowa CityIA52240
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property at 710 Kirkwood Ave
$1,400

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Base Rent$1,400
Total Monthly Price$1,400
4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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710 Kirkwood Ave, Unit 710

710 Kirkwood Ave
Iowa CityIA52240
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property at 706 Whiting Ave
$2,600

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Base Rent$2,600
Total Monthly Price$2,600
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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706 Whiting Ave

Iowa CityIA52245

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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623 S Lucas St
Studio Apartments

623 S Lucas St

623 S Lucas StIowa City, IA 52240
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The Chauncey
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Chauncey

404 E College StIowa City, IA 52240
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Lucas Street 4-Plex
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Lucas Street 4-Plex

641 S Lucas StIowa City, IA 52240
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504 S Johnson St
1 Bedroom Apartments

504 S Johnson St

504 S Johnson StIowa City, IA 52240
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Plaza Towers Condominiums
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza Towers Condominiums

221 E College StIowa City, IA 52240
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Legacy Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Pointe

1020 S Scott BlvdIowa City, IA 52240
Senior Living
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2722 Wayne Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2722 Wayne Ave

2722 Wayne AveIowa City, IA 52240
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The Paddock
3 Bedroom Apartments

The Paddock

2871 Heinz RdIowa City, IA 52240
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62 Oberlin St
2 Bedroom Apartments

62 Oberlin St

62 Oberlin StIowa City, IA 52245
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2410 Lakeside Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2410 Lakeside Dr

2410 Lakeside DrIowa City, IA 52240
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2458 Lakeside Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2458 Lakeside Dr

2458 Lakeside DrIowa City, IA 52240
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Sycamore Coop
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Coop

2001 Kountry Ln SEIowa City, IA 52240
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Lucas, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lucas, Iowa City, IA

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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Iowa and customized analysis for Central Iowa City, IA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have younger kids when you rent. Amongst all of the submarkets in Iowa City, this neighborhood is amongst the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, and having the best learning and education resources available.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with parks and green spaces is a must-have. This residential area is a highly-rated residential neighborhood for parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise pets? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lucas

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Lucas area of Iowa City, IA?

As of today, September 04, 2026, there are currently 154 available Lucas apartments priced from $725 to $3,300, with an average monthly rent of $1,344.

How much are Studio apartments in Lucas?

There are currently 46 Studio Apartments in Lucas with rent ranges from $995 to $1,550 with an average price of $1,323.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Lucas Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Lucas ranges from $925 to $1,650 with an average monthly rent of $1,244.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lucas cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lucas range from $855 to $1,720. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,353.

How expensive are Lucas Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 37 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Lucas on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $725 to $3,300 - averaging $1,428 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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