Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lucas Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (40 Rentals)

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Apartments at Iowa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments at Iowa

507 E College StIowa City, IA 52240
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Apartments at Iowa
Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments at Iowa

355 S Gilbert StIowa 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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Cross Park Avenue
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cross Park Avenue

801-845 Cross Park AveIowa City, IA 52240
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625 E Burlington St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

625 E Burlington St

625 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
Student Housing

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Violet Square
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Violet Square

501-511 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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631 S Van Buren St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

631 S Van Buren St

631 S Van Buren StIowa City, IA 52240
Student Housing
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SoDo Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SoDo Flats

322 E Prentiss StIowa City, IA 52240
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530 N Dubuque St
2 Bedroom Apartments

530 N Dubuque St

530 N Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52245
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Hawkeye Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hawkeye Park

432 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
Student Housing
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804 N Dubuque St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

804 N Dubuque St

804 N Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52245
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929 Iowa Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

929 Iowa Ave

929 Iowa AveIowa City, IA 52240
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The Altamont
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Altamont

321 N Johnson StIowa City, IA 52245
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The Overlook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Overlook

3155 Shire LnIowa City, IA 52240
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720 E Market St
2 Bedroom Apartments

720 E Market St

720 E Market StIowa City, IA 52245

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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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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Woodlands
2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodlands

2010-2110 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240

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Lucas, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lucas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lucas area of Iowa City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 308 N Linn St priced from $800. Sycamore Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Lucas apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
308 N Linn StStudio1BR,1BA$800
Sycamore ApartmentsOne Bedroom Units1BR,1BA$925
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Mane Gate ApartmentsSmall One Bed with W/D1BR,1BA$1,095
630 S Capitol2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1,365
The ChaunceyStudio, One Bed — StandardStudio,1BA$1,690

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lucas, IA

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lucas area is the $0.88 price per square foot 4 bedroom 4 bath Model at 630 S Capitol in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $1,365. The second greatest value Lucas apartment is the B3 - 2x2 Model at The Nest Iowa City starting at $1,360 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lucas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
630 S Capitol4 bedroom 4 bath4BR,4BA$0.88
The Nest Iowa CityB3 - 2x22BR,2BA$1.68
The ChaunceyStudio, Two Bed — StandardStudio ,1BA$2.51
Mane Gate ApartmentsSmall One Bed with W/D1BR,1BA$1.75
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.99
Sycamore ApartmentsOne Bedroom Units1BR,1BA$2.20
308 N Linn StStudioStudio ,1BA$2.00

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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

Ranked #2

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

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lucas Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Lucas?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lucas is under $1,690.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lucas?

The cheapest apartment in Lucas is 308 N Linn St which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Lucas costs $2,265.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lucas?

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 4 regular apartments in Lucas 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 Lucas?

Cheap apartments in Lucas have an average cost of $758 which is $1,507 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lucas.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.