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220 E Washington St, Unit 1
220 E Washington StIowa City, IA 52240
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northside Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (30 Rentals)
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711 E Burlington St, Unit 2
711 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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902 North Dodge Street Apartments
902 N Dodge StIowa City, IA 52245
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1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments
1006 Oakcrest StIowa City, IA 52246
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Forum at Lincoln
20 Lincoln AveIowa City, IA 52246
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Orchards & Woodlands
1956-2030 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240
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304 S Summit St, Unit 103
304 S Summit StIowa City, IA 52240
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512 E Burlington St, Unit 1
512 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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207 Fairchild St
Iowa CityIA52245
518 N Van Buren St
Iowa CityIA52245
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210 E Davenport St
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705 1/2 2nd St
Iowa CityIA52240
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429 N Gilbert St
Iowa CityIA52245
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from $729Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15
The Banks Student Living
104 E 7th StCoralville, IA 52241
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Woodridge Estates
31 Redtail DrCoralville, IA 52241
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Northside, Iowa City, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northside Studio Apartments | $1,162 | $895 | $1,300 |
| Northside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,257 | $895 | $1,950 |
| Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $620 | $3,350 |
| Northside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,039 | $650 | $2,442 |
| Northside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,224 | $729 | $2,916 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northside Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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Cheapest Available Northside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northside area of Iowa City, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Claremont Apartments priced from $985. The Quarters Iowa City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Northside apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | F2 - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Forum at Lincoln | Forum - 1b | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Woodridge Estates | 1BR/1BA w/garage - 679 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| 811 E College St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Manville Terrace | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 316 Maddie | One bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Oakcrest Condominiums | 2 BR/1 BA 795 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1,610 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, IA
As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northside area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Orchards & Woodlands in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Northside apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Cottage Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| 316 Maddie | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Oakcrest Condominiums | 2 BR/1 BA 795 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Woodridge Estates | 1BR/1BA w/garage - 679 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Replay | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Forum at Lincoln | Forum - 1b | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | F2 - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthside, Iowa City, IA
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Among neighborhoods in Iowa City, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Northside Neighborhood in Iowa City, IA
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northside?
The cheapest apartment in Northside is The Quarters Iowa City which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Northside costs $2,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northside?
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 17 regular apartments in Northside 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 Northside?
Cheap apartments in Northside have an average cost of $483 which is $1,767 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northside.
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