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$906 - $1,2051 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1
Sycamore Apartments
2037 Kountry Ln SEIowa City, IA 52240
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Iowa City Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $650 (36 Rentals)
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Riverfront Crossings
1201 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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Mane Gate Apartments
2725 Heinz RdIowa City, IA 52240
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$1,050 - $1,350
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Base Rent$1,050 - $1,350
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631 S Van Buren St
631 S Van Buren StIowa City, IA 52240
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$1,100 - $1,3002 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 15
Orchards & Woodlands
1956-2030 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240
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Riverview West
629 S Riverside DrIowa City, IA 52246
710 Kirkwood Ave, Unit 710
710 Kirkwood Ave
Iowa CityIA52240
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Ridge at Scott Park
3701-3761 Eastbrook DrIowa City, IA 52245
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$1,300Studio Apartments Available Soon
IA City Lofts
627 Orchard CtIowa City, IA 52246
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$1,450
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514 S Johnson St, Unit 4 Bedroom
514 S Johnson StIowa City, IA 52240
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Apartments at Iowa
355 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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Michael Street Apartments
732 Michael StIowa City, IA 52246
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Sycamore Coop
2001 Kountry Ln SEIowa City, IA 52240
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Del Ray Ridge Apartments
628 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
917 S Gilbert Ct
Iowa CityIA52240
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Oakcrest
801 Oakcrest StIowa City, IA 52246
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Cross Park Avenue
801-845 Cross Park AveIowa City, IA 52240
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906 E Burlington Street Iowa City IA
906 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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625 E Burlington St
625 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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Violet Square
501-511 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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Town Square Apartments
2871-2872 Heinz RdIowa City, IA 52240
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1165 S Riverside Dr
1165 S Riverside DrIowa City, IA 52246
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840 Maggard Street
840 Maggard StIowa City, IA 52240
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SoDo Flats
322 E Prentiss StIowa City, IA 52240
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Hawkeye Park
432 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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Claremont Apartments
1012 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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Belmont Apartments
920 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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The Overlook
3155 Shire LnIowa City, IA 52240
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Woodlands
2010-2110 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240
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Lucas Street 4-Plex
641 S Lucas StIowa City, IA 52240
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Breckenridge Apartments
707 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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Dodge Street Apartments
620 S Dodge StIowa City, IA 52240
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Keokuk Street
2001 Keokuk StIowa City, IA 52240
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The Paddock
2871 Heinz RdIowa City, IA 52240
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961 Miller Avenue Iowa City Apartments
961 Miller AveIowa City, IA 52246
1006 Archer Ave
Iowa CityIA52240
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South Iowa City, Iowa City, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Iowa City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Iowa City Studio Apartments | $1,170 | $995 | $1,300 |
| South Iowa City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $906 | $2,109 |
| South Iowa City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,342 | $695 | $2,400 |
| South Iowa City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $670 | $3,300 |
| South Iowa City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $1,450 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Iowa City Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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Cheapest Available South Iowa City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Iowa City area of Iowa City, IA is a Studio unit found at Riverfront Crossings priced from $995. 840 Maggard Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable South Iowa City apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $995 |
| 840 Maggard Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $995 |
| Riverview West | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,150 |
| Cornerstone Apartments | Cornerstone - 600 S Capitol St - Leasing 3 Bedr... | 3BR, 3BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Iowa City, IA
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Iowa City area is the $0.97 price per square foot 514 S Johnson St Model at 514 S Johnson St, Unit 4 Bedroom in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value South Iowa City apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Riverview West in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting at $2,170 with a $1.48 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Iowa City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 514 S Johnson St, Unit 4 Bedroom | 514 S Johnson St | 4BR, 2BA | $0.97 |
| Riverview West | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $1.48 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | D - 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $0.68 |
| Cornerstone Apartments | Cornerstone - 600 S Capitol St - Leasing 3 Bedr... | 3BR, 3BA | $1.94 |
| Replay | B3 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.73 |
| 840 Maggard Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.52 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Iowa City Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Iowa City?
The cheapest apartment in South Iowa City is Riverfront Crossings which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in South Iowa City costs $1,275.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Iowa City?
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 22 regular apartments in South Iowa City 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 South Iowa City?
Cheap apartments in South Iowa City have an average cost of $601 which is $674 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Iowa City.
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