Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pepperwood Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (48 Rentals)

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Apartments at Iowa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments at Iowa

507 E College StIowa City, IA 52240
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Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments at Iowa

355 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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Carriage Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage Hill

700-710 Carriage HlIowa City, IA 52246
Corporate Housing
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Sycamore Coop
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Coop

2001 Kountry Ln SEIowa City, IA 52240
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308 N Linn St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

308 N Linn St

308 N Linn StIowa City, IA 52245
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Oakcrest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakcrest

801 Oakcrest StIowa City, IA 52246
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Cross Park Avenue
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cross Park Avenue

801-845 Cross Park AveIowa City, IA 52240
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625 E Burlington St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

625 E Burlington St

625 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
Student Housing

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Violet Square
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Violet Square

501-511 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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Whiteway 2000
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Whiteway 2000

210 S Clinton StIowa City, IA 52240
Student Housing
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5 Woolf Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

5 Woolf Ave

5 Woolf AveIowa City, IA 52246
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1165 S Riverside Dr
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1165 S Riverside Dr

1165 S Riverside DrIowa City, IA 52246
Student Housing
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Hawkeye Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hawkeye Park

432 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
Student Housing
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929 Iowa Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

929 Iowa Ave

929 Iowa AveIowa City, IA 52240
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1050 Newton Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

1050 Newton Rd

1050 Newton RdIowa City, IA 52246
Student Housing
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Forum at Lincoln
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forum at Lincoln

20 Lincoln AveIowa City, IA 52246
Student Housing
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The Overlook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Overlook

3155 Shire LnIowa City, IA 52240
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720 E Market St
2 Bedroom Apartments

720 E Market St

720 E Market StIowa City, IA 52245
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Vogel House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Vogel House

255 Iowa AveIowa City, IA 52240
Corporate Housing

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Woodlands
2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodlands

2010-2110 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240
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Lucas Street 4-Plex
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Lucas Street 4-Plex

641 S Lucas StIowa City, IA 52240
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Pepperwood, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Pepperwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pepperwood area of Iowa City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest Ridge priced from $830. Sycamore Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Pepperwood apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Forest Ridge1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$830
Sycamore ApartmentsOne Bedroom Units1BR,1BA$895
Claremont Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$990
SoDo FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Orchards & Woodlands2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,100
926 Harlocke St (IC)2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1,200
Mane Gate Apartments2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,230
IA City LoftsLarge Studio With BalconyStudio,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pepperwood, IA

As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pepperwood 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 Pepperwood apartment is the Remodeled 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D Model at Mane Gate Apartments starting at $1,525 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pepperwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
630 S Capitol4 bedroom 4 bath4BR,4BA$0.88
Mane Gate ApartmentsRemodeled 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D3BR,2BA$1.32
Newton Pointe Apartments3 bed 1 bath3BR,1BA$1.43
926 Harlocke St (IC)2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1.20
Orchards & Woodlands2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.22
Claremont Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.13
1000 Melrose Ave, Unit #1 or #2 Melrose1000 Melrose Ave1BR,1BA$1.24
Forest Ridge2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.47
The Quarters Iowa CityA2 - 2x12BR,1BA$0.93
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.99

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Pepperwood, Iowa City, IA

Ranked #14

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pepperwood Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Pepperwood?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pepperwood is under $1,300.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pepperwood?

The cheapest apartment in Pepperwood is Forest Ridge which is listed at $830, while the average apartment in Pepperwood costs $1,800.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pepperwood?

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 19 regular apartments in Pepperwood 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 Pepperwood?

Cheap apartments in Pepperwood have an average cost of $914 which is $886 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pepperwood.

Expert Rental Resources

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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!