
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lucas Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $650 (49 Rentals)
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Regency Heights (55+ Community)

Riverfront Crossings

Mane Gate Apartments

Total Monthly Price
631 S Van Buren St

Orchards & Woodlands

710 Kirkwood Ave, Unit 710

Ridge at Scott Park

712 E Market St
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Vogel House Apartments

Total Monthly Price
4387 Berkeley Ln, Unit 4387 Berkeley Ln. Unit

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518 N Van Buren St

Sycamore Coop

308 N Linn St

Del Ray Ridge Apartments
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Cross Park Avenue

625 E Burlington St

906 E Burlington Street Iowa City IA

Violet Square

Town Square Apartments

840 Maggard Street

SoDo Flats

530 N Dubuque St

Hawkeye Park
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804 N Dubuque St

Claremont Apartments

929 Iowa Ave

902 North Dodge Street Apartments

The Altamont

Belmont Apartments

The Overlook

720 E Market St

906 North Dodge Street Iowa City IA
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Breckenridge Apartments

Lucas Street 4-Plex

Woodlands

614 E Jefferson St

Keokuk Street

Dodge Street Apartments

The Paddock

811 E College St

310 N Gilbert St
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710 E Davenport St

226 S Governor St

1006 Archer Ave

Sabin Townhomes
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 | $1,323 | $995 | $1,550 |
| Lucas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $925 | $1,650 |
| Lucas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,355 | $855 | $1,720 |
| Lucas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,434 | $725 | $3,300 |
| Lucas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 49 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 Studio unit found at Riverfront Crossings priced from $995. 840 Maggard Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Lucas apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 840 Maggard Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Whiteway Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Vogel House Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Cornerstone Apartments | Cornerstone - 600 S Capitol St - Leasing 3 Bedr... | 3BR,3BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lucas, IA
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lucas area is the $0.69 price per square foot D - 2x2 Model at The Quarters Iowa City in the in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $855. The second greatest value Lucas apartment is the Cornerstone - 600 S Capitol St - Leasing 3 Bedr... Model at Cornerstone Apartments starting at $2,100 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Cottage Hill 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Quarters Iowa City | D - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.69 |
| Cornerstone Apartments | Cornerstone - 600 S Capitol St - Leasing 3 Bedr... | 3BR,3BA | $1.94 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 840 Maggard Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Vogel House Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.59 |
| Whiteway Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet 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 $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lucas?
The cheapest apartment in Lucas is Riverfront Crossings which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in Lucas costs $1,315.
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 13 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 $649 which is $666 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lucas.
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