Cheap Apartments for Rent by Owner in Iowa City, IA from $600 (4 Rentals)
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914 Benton Dr, Unit 31
Iowa City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Iowa City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Iowa City Studio Apartments | $1,025 | $695 | $1,265 |
Iowa City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $725 | $2,495 |
Iowa City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,259 | $670 | $2,300 |
Iowa City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $695 | $3,300 |
Iowa City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $699 | $2,600 |
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Getting Around Iowa City, IA
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Iowa City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Iowa City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Iowa City is at Lakewood Hills Apartments listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Iowa City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Iowa City Apartment is $800 at Lakewood Hills Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Iowa City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Iowa City is starting from $800 at Aspire at West Campus.
What is the most affordable Iowa City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Iowa City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 613 S Dubuque St and starts from $1,600.
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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