Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Roosevelt Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (31 Rentals)

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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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Finkbine Lane
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Finkbine Lane

302 Finkbine LnIowa City, IA 52246
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Oakcrest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakcrest

801 Oakcrest StIowa City, IA 52246
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5 Woolf Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

5 Woolf Ave

5 Woolf AveIowa City, IA 52246
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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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1050 Newton Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

1050 Newton Rd

1050 Newton RdIowa City, IA 52246
Student Housing
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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915 Harlocke
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

915 Harlocke

915 Harlocke StIowa City, IA 52246
Student Housing
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Roosevelt, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Roosevelt Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Roosevelt area of Iowa City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Seville priced from $905. 1165 S Riverside Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $990. Here are the most affordable Roosevelt apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Seville1 BR - Sublet1BR,1BA$905
1165 S Riverside DrStudio - TwinStudio,1BA$990
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Willow Ridge Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,200
IA City LoftsLarge Studio UnitsStudio,1BA$1,275
Whiteway Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,350
630 S Capitol2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1,365
1032 Newton Rd21BR,1BA$1,400
316 MaddieOne bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt, IA

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt 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 Roosevelt apartment is the B3 - 2x2 Model at The Nest Iowa City starting at $1,360 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roosevelt apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
630 S Capitol4 bedroom 4 bath4BR,4BA$0.88
The Nest Iowa CityB3 - 2x22BR,2BA$1.68
316 MaddieTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.88
1032 Newton Rd21BR,1BA$2.03
Seville1 BR - Sublet1BR,1BA$1.34
ReplayA41BR,1BA$3.30
IA City LoftsFirst Floor UnitsStudio ,1BA$2.23
Whiteway Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.53
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.99
1165 S Riverside DrStudio - TwinStudio ,1BA$3.96

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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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Roosevelt, Iowa City, IA

Ranked #20

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Roosevelt Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Roosevelt?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Roosevelt is under $1,550.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Roosevelt?

The cheapest apartment in Roosevelt is Seville which is listed at $905, while the average apartment in Roosevelt costs $1,800.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Roosevelt?

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 36 regular apartments in Roosevelt 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 Roosevelt?

Cheap apartments in Roosevelt have an average cost of $1,002 which is $798 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Roosevelt.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.