
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lucas Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (38 Rentals)
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Regency Heights (55+ Community)

931 Dewey St

723 1/2 E Jefferson St

Sycamore Apartments

822-826 3rd Ave

Nex Senior (55+) Apartments

SoDo Flats

23 S Dubuque St, Unit 1
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Riverfront Crossings

631 S Van Buren St

Mane Gate Apartments

804 N Dubuque St

Orchards & Woodlands

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Sycamore Coop

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Cross Park Avenue

625 E Burlington St

906 E Burlington Street Iowa City IA

Violet Square

Whiteway 2000

Town Square Apartments

530 N Dubuque St

Hawkeye Park

Claremont Apartments
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929 Iowa Ave

902 North Dodge Street Apartments

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Belmont Apartments

The Overlook

720 E Market St

Vogel House

906 North Dodge Street Iowa City IA

Breckenridge Apartments
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Lucas Street 4-Plex

Woodlands
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 | $956 | $800 | $1,095 |
| Lucas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $800 | $1,935 |
| Lucas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $690 | $1,675 |
| Lucas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,084 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Lucas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $1,800 | $2,730 |
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There are currently 38 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. 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 Lucas 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 |
| Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Nex Senior (55+) Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $948 |
| SoDo Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Belmont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | One Bedroom with W/D - OL | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lucas, IA
As of January 18, 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 628 N Linn St Model at 628 N Linn St, Unit #1 starting at $1,800 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Saddlebrook 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 |
| 628 N Linn St, Unit #1 | 628 N Linn St | 4BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| Ridge at Scott Park | 2bd/2bath with office | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Belmont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | One Bedroom with W/D - OL | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Nex Senior (55+) Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLucas, Iowa City, IA
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Lucas, Iowa City, IA
Robert Lucas Elementary School
Iowa City High School
Southeast Junior High School
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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 $1,300.
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 $1,800.
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 29 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 $660 which is $1,140 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lucas.
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