
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northside Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (40 Rentals)
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308 N Linn St

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319 E Washington St, Unit 100, Unit 100

118 S Dubuque St

Whiteway 2000

330 Ridgeland Avenue

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23 S Dubuque St, Unit 1, Unit 1

340 Ellis Ave, Unit 12
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Vogel House

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512 E Burlington St, Unit 1, Unit 1

515 E Burlington St, Unit 11

811 E College St

712 E Market St

16 Green Mountain Dr

530 E Washington St

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220 E Davenport St

932 E College St

908 E Washington St

906 E Burlington Street Iowa City IA

625 E Burlington St

415 S Van Buren St

210 E Davenport St
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530 N Dubuque St

804 N Dubuque St

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929 Iowa Ave

902 North Dodge Street Apartments

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1131 Maple St

Belmont Apartments

720 E Market St

906 North Dodge Street Iowa City IA

2700 E Washington St

8 Green Mountain Dr

614 E Jefferson St

49 Arbor Hill Cir
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Northside, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northside Studio Apartments | $1,006 | $800 | $1,495 |
| Northside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,290 | $800 | $2,400 |
| Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $1,175 | $2,400 |
| Northside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,580 | $1,205 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 40 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 1 Bed unit found at 308 N Linn St priced from $800. Whiteway 2000 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Northside apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Whiteway 2000 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Belmont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Vogel House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Manville Terrace | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 316 Maddie | One bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, IA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northside area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Claremont Apartments in the in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,025. The second greatest value Northside apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Belmont Apartments starting at $1,095 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Belmont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| 316 Maddie | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Whiteway 2000 | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.80 |
| Vogel House | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.30 |
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthside, Iowa City, IA
Ranked #12
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northside is at 308 N Linn St listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northside Apartment is $800 at 308 N Linn St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northside is starting from $1,025 at Claremont Apartments.
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