Apartments for Rent in the South Iowa City Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA (118 Rentals)

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

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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property at 710 Kirkwood Ave

$2,000

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$2,000
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$2,000

4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

710 Kirkwood Ave, Unit 710

710 Kirkwood Ave
Iowa CityIA52240
property at 943 S Gilbert St

$1,400

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$1,400
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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 20

943 S Gilbert St, Unit 32

943 S Gilbert St
Iowa CityIA52240

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

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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property at 741 Melrose Ave

$880

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$880
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$880

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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741 Melrose Ave, Unit apt. # 9

741 Melrose Ave
Iowa CityIA52246

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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623 S Lucas St
Studio Apartments

623 S Lucas St

623 S Lucas 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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504 S Johnson St
1 Bedroom Apartments

504 S Johnson St

504 S Johnson StIowa City, IA 52240
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Sycamore Coop
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Coop

2001 Kountry Ln SEIowa City, IA 52240
  • Utilities Included

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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The Paddock
3 Bedroom Apartments

The Paddock

2871 Heinz RdIowa City, IA 52240
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2410 Lakeside Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2410 Lakeside Dr

2410 Lakeside DrIowa City, IA 52240
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2458 Lakeside Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2458 Lakeside Dr

2458 Lakeside DrIowa City, IA 52240
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Villa Garden
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Garden

861 Cross Park AveIowa City, IA 52240
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2722 Wayne Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2722 Wayne Ave

2722 Wayne AveIowa City, IA 52240
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645 S Lucas St
4 Bedroom Apartments

645 S Lucas St

645 S Lucas StIowa City, IA 52240
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639 S Lucas St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

639 S Lucas St

639 S Lucas StIowa City, IA 52240

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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South Iowa City, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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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
South Iowa City, Iowa City, IA

Ranked #9

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

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Iowa City, IA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about South Iowa City

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Iowa City area of Iowa City, IA?

As of today, August 01, 2026, there are currently 118 available South Iowa City apartments priced from $725 to $3,300, with an average monthly rent of $1,318.

How much are Studio apartments in South Iowa City?

There are currently 32 Studio Apartments in South Iowa City with rent ranges from $990 to $1,300 with an average price of $1,132.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Iowa City Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Iowa City ranges from $925 to $2,019 with an average monthly rent of $1,276.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Iowa City cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Iowa City range from $855 to $2,400. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,373.

How expensive are South Iowa City Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 28 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Iowa City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $725 to $3,300 - averaging $1,311 for the location.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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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.