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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 $684. 308 N Linn St in the Fair Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. 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$684
308 N Linn StStudio1BR,1BA$800
Aspire at West Campus2x2 Herky - Unfurnished2BR,2BA$812
Forest Ridge1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$830
Claremont Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$990

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

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $1.29 price per square foot 628 N Linn St Model at 628 N Linn St, Unit #1 in the in the Saddlebrook neighborhood starting from $1,800. 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.
628 N Linn St, Unit #1628 N Linn St4BR,1BA$1.29
The Willow, Lot 158The Willow, Lot 158 - 1642...2BR,2BA$1.35
The HawthorneG3BR,2BA$1.36
926 Harlocke St (IC)2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1.20
Seville2 BR2BR,1BA$1.11
1006 Oakcrest Street ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.28
Claremont Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.13
318 Finkbine Ln, Unit 8318 Finkbine Ln2BR,1BA$1.06
30 Lincoln Ave, Unit 1230 Lincoln Ave2BR,2BA$1.38
Forest Ridge1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in University Heights?

There are currently 196 Apartments for Rent in University Heights, IA with pricing that ranges from $684 to $3,350. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Heights ranging from $700 to $3,350.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Heights ranges from $700 to $3,350 with an average monthly rent of $2,045.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Heights range from $778 to $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $684.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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