Cheap Apartments for Rent in University Heights, IA from $600 (55 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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Apartments at Iowa
Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments at Iowa

355 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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Michael Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Michael Street

732 Michael StIowa City, IA 52246
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Carriage Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage Hill

700-710 Carriage HlIowa City, IA 52246
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Finkbine Lane
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Finkbine Lane

302 Finkbine LnIowa City, IA 52246
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Oakcrest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakcrest

801 Oakcrest StIowa City, IA 52246
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625 E Burlington St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

625 E Burlington St

625 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240

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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
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Riverview Square
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Square

400 1st AveCoralville, IA 52241
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Parish Apartments
Studio Apartments

Parish Apartments

108 McLean StIowa City, IA 52246
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21 Woolf Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

21 Woolf Ave

21 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
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530 N Dubuque St
2 Bedroom Apartments

530 N Dubuque St

530 N Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52245
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Hawkeye Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hawkeye Park

432 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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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
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Pheasant Ridge
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Pheasant Ridge

2626 Bartelt RdIowa City, IA 52246
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River Ridge Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

River Ridge Place

199 6th StCoralville, IA 52241
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Forum at Lincoln
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forum at Lincoln

20 Lincoln AveIowa City, IA 52246
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Autumn Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Ridge

420-423 5th StCoralville, IA 52241
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Villas on 4th
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villas on 4th

301-304 4th AveCoralville, IA 52241
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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

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University Heights, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in University Heights, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Banks Student Living in the Coralview Heights neighborhood priced from $695. Aspire at West Campus(New) in the Coralview Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Banks Student Living4x4 A4BR,4BA$695
Aspire at West Campus(New)2x2 Capitol - Unfurnished2BR,2BA$699
308 N Linn StStudio1BR,1BA$800
Forest Ridge1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$830
Park Place2 Bdrm2BR,1BA$900
Seville1 BR - Sublet1BR,1BA$905
Claremont Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$985
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio,1BA$995
1006 Oakcrest Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
804 N Dubuque St1 BR, 1 BA- Large (w/ View)1BR,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, IA and Nearby

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $0.50 price per square foot 4 Bedroom-2 Bathroom Model at Hawks Ridge in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $635. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the The Willow, Lot 158 - 1642... Model at The Willow, Lot 158 starting at $1,700 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Coralview Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hawks Ridge4 Bedroom-2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$0.50
The Willow, Lot 158The Willow, Lot 158 - 1642...2BR,2BA$1.35
The HawthorneG3BR,2BA$1.36
Newton Pointe Apartments3 bed 1 bath3BR,1BA$1.43
926 Harlocke St (IC)2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1.20
1006 Oakcrest Street ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.28
Claremont Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.12
Park Place2 Bdrm2BR,1BA$1.13
Forest Ridge2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.47
Seville1 BR1BR,1BA$1.34

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Heights is at 308 N Linn St listed at $800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment is $800 at 308 N Linn St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Heights is starting from $699 at Aspire at West Campus(New).

What is the most affordable University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Banks Student Living and starts from $780.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.