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330 Ridgeland AveIowa City, IA 52246
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600 Westgate StIowa City, IA 52246
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413 10th AveCoralville, IA 52241
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629 S Riverside DrIowa City, IA 52246
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1100 Oakcrest StIowa City, IA 52246
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628 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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108 McLean StIowa City, IA 52246
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5 Woolf AveIowa City, IA 52246
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432 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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1006 Oakcrest StIowa City, IA 52246
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321 N Johnson StIowa City, IA 52245
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1050 Newton Rd
1050 Newton RdIowa City, IA 52246
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University Heights, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Heights Studio Apartments | $1,424 | $780 | $1,990 |
| University Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $830 | $2,019 |
| University Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $836 | $2,400 |
| University Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $1,099 | $3,300 |
| University Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $1,450 | $2,730 |
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Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in University Heights, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 308 N Linn St in the Fair Meadows neighborhood priced from $800. 1165 S Riverside Dr in the Cottage Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $990. Here is today’s list of the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| 1165 S Riverside Dr | Studio - Twin | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| 808 on 5th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Willow Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| IA City Lofts | First Floor Units | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 630 S Capitol | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,365 |
| Manville Terrace | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 1032 Newton Rd | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 316 Maddie | One bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, IA and Nearby
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Heights 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 University Heights apartment is the G Model at The Hawthorne starting at $1,800 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the The Pond's Edge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 630 S Capitol | 4 bedroom 4 bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.88 |
| The Hawthorne | G | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| The Chauncey | Studio, Two Bed — Standard | Studio ,1BA | $2.51 |
| 1032 Newton Rd | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 808 on 5th | 424 S | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Pheasant Ridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| IA City Lofts | First Floor Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.23 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 308 N Linn St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Heights is at 308 N Linn St listed at $800.
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment is $800 at 308 N Linn St.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Heights is starting from $812 at Aspire at West Campus.
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The best deal on a cheap University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Hawthorne and starts from $1,800.
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