Cheap Apartments for Rent in University Heights, IA from $600 (59 Rentals)

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1 Bedroom Apartments

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507 E College StIowa City, IA 52240
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Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments

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

Michael Street

732 Michael StIowa City, IA 52246
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Finkbine Lane
2 Bedroom Apartments

Finkbine Lane

302 Finkbine LnIowa City, IA 52246
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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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Riverview Square
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Square

400 1st AveCoralville, IA 52241
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Whiteway 2000
Studio Apartments

Whiteway 2000

210 S Clinton StIowa City, IA 52240
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Parish Apartments
Studio Apartments

Parish Apartments

108 McLean StIowa City, IA 52246
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Oakcrest
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakcrest

801 Oakcrest 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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Keokuk Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

Keokuk Street

2001 Keokuk StIowa City, IA 52240
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631 S Van Buren St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

631 S Van Buren St

631 S Van Buren StIowa City, IA 52240
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SoDo Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SoDo Flats

322 E Prentiss StIowa City, IA 52240
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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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804 N Dubuque St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

804 N Dubuque St

804 N Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52245
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Carriage Hill
2 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage Hill

700-710 Carriage HlIowa 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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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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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 2 Beds unit found at Aspire at West Campus in the Coralview Heights neighborhood priced from $699. Claremont Apartments in the Fair Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $985. Here is today’s list of the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aspire at West Campus2x2 Herky - Unfurnished2BR,2BA$699
Claremont Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$985
1165 S Riverside DrStudio - TwinStudio,1BA$990
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Willow Ridge Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,200
811 E College St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,395
Manville Terrace2x12BR,1BA$1,400
316 MaddieOne bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,500
The HawthorneG3BR,2BA$1,700

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

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $1.42 price per square foot B Model at The Hawthorne in the in the The Pond's Edge neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Claremont Apartments starting at $985 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows 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.
The HawthorneB2BR,2BA$1.42
Claremont Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.12
The Nest Iowa CityB3 - 2x22BR,2BA$1.59
316 MaddieTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.75
Aspire at West Campus1x1 Hancher - Furnished1BR,1BA$2.55
ReplayA11BR,1BA$3.64
811 E College St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.79
908 E Washington St, Unit 1908 E Washington St1BR,1BA$1.60
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.99
1165 S Riverside DrStudio - TwinStudio ,1BA$3.96

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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 1165 S Riverside Dr listed at $990.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment is $1,195 at Riverfront Crossings.

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.

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 Hawthorne and starts from $1,700.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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