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308 N Linn St
308 N Linn StIowa City, IA 52245
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lucas Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (39 Rentals)
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$8001 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
110 E Bloomington St, Unit 110 E. Bloomington #3
110 E Bloomington StIowa City, IA 52245
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430 E. Jefferson Street, Unit Jefferson 3
430 E. Jefferson StreetIowa City, IA 52245
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Sycamore Apartments
2037 Kountry Ln SEIowa City, IA 52240
507 Kimball Rd
Iowa CityIA52245
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Regency Heights (55+ Community)
1010 Scott Park DrIowa City, IA 52245
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Riverfront Crossings
1201 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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$995 - $1,3002 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1, 2026
631 S Van Buren St
631 S Van Buren StIowa City, IA 52240
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$9951 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1, 2026
23 S Dubuque St, Unit 3
23 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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804 N Dubuque St
804 N Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52245
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Mane Gate Apartments
2725 Heinz RdIowa City, IA 52240
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109 S Johnson St, Unit Furnished Sunny South
109 S Johnson StIowa City, IA 52240
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902 North Dodge Street Apartments
902 N Dodge StIowa City, IA 52245
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Orchards & Woodlands
1956-2030 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240
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Nex Senior (55+) Apartments
670 Nex AveIowa City, IA 52245
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Lucas, Iowa City, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lucas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucas Studio Apartments | $917 | $800 | $1,095 |
| Lucas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,226 | $800 | $2,495 |
| Lucas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,282 | $670 | $1,675 |
| Lucas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $675 | $3,300 |
| Lucas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,407 | $1,800 | $2,740 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Lucas Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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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 $895. Here are the most affordable Lucas apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 804 N Dubuque St | 1 BR, 1 BA- Large (w/ View) | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Nex Senior (55+) Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lucas, IA
As of October 15, 2025 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 2bd/2bath with office Model at Ridge at Scott Park starting at $1,600 with a $1.48 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 630 S Capitol | 4 bedroom 4 bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.88 |
| Ridge at Scott Park | 2bd/2bath with office | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Nex Senior (55+) Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | Remodeled 2 Bed / 1 Bath with W/D | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | A2 - 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 110 E Bloomington St, Unit 110 E. Bloomington #3 | 110 E Bloomington St | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Best Local Schools in Lucas, Iowa City, IA
Robert Lucas Elementary School
Iowa City Community School District
Public School - Grades PK-6 (285)
4 out of 10
Iowa City High School
Iowa City Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1599)
7 out of 10
Southeast Junior High School
Iowa City Community School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (812)
5 out of 10
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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 $1,200.
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 $2,620.
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 16 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 $436 which is $2,184 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lucas.
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
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Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.