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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Iowa City Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600(48 Rentals)
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$7501 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
908 E Washington St, Unit 1
908 E Washington StIowa City, IA 52240
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from $895Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1, 2025
625 E Burlington St
625 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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$9951 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1, 2025
23 S Dubuque St, Unit 3
23 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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from $995Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
SoDo Flats
322 E Prentiss StIowa City, IA 52240
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from $995Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Riverfront Crossings - 1201 S Gilbert
1201 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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from $9952 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1, 2025
631 S Van Buren St
631 S Van Buren StIowa City, IA 52240
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from $1,1002 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
712 E Market St
712 E Market StIowa City, IA 52245
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Orchards & Woodlands
1956-2030 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240
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from $1,1751 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Forum at Lincoln Apartments
20 Lincoln AveIowa City, IA 52246
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$1,2001 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2025
1011 Hudson Ave, Unit Apt 1
1011 Hudson AveIowa City, IA 52246
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from $8951 Bedroom Apartments
906 E Burlington Street Iowa City IA
906 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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from $990Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
1165 S Riverside Dr
1165 S Riverside DrIowa City, IA 52246
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from $1,1751 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1, 2025
Woodridge Estates
31 Redtail DrCoralville, IA 52241
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Downtown Iowa City, Iowa City, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Iowa City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Iowa City Studio Apartments | $1,080 | $650 | $1,650 |
| Downtown Iowa City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $650 | $2,575 |
| Downtown Iowa City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $670 | $3,310 |
| Downtown Iowa City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,668 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Iowa City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $669 | $3,399 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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Cheapest Available Downtown Iowa City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Iowa City area of Iowa City, IA is a Studio unit found at SoDo Flats priced from $995. Riverfront Crossings - 1201 S Gilbert has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Downtown Iowa City apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoDo Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Riverfront Crossings - 1201 S Gilbert | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Forum at Lincoln Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| 630 S Capitol | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,295 |
| Walden Ridge Townhomes | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,350 |
| Manville Terrace | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 316 Maddie | One bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Iowa City, IA
As of November 29, 2024 the best value apartment in the Downtown Iowa City area is the $1.13 price per square foot 210 N Linn St Model at 210 N Linn St, Unit 1 in the in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Downtown Iowa City apartment is the 4 bedroom 4 bath Model at 630 S Capitol starting at $1,295 with a $0.84 price per square foot in the Cottage Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Iowa City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 210 N Linn St, Unit 1 | 210 N Linn St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 630 S Capitol | 4 bedroom 4 bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.84 |
| Walden Ridge Townhomes | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
| 613 S Dubuque St | 3 Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Forum at Lincoln Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Riverfront Crossings - 1201 S Gilbert | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 908 E Washington St, Unit 1 | 908 E Washington St | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| SoDo Flats | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Getting Around the Downtown Iowa City Neighborhood in Iowa City, IA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
83 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
51 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Downtown Iowa City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Iowa City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Iowa City is at SoDo Flats listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Iowa City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Iowa City Apartment is $1,150 at SoDo Flats.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Iowa City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Iowa City is starting from $1,100 at Orchards & Woodlands.
What is the most affordable Downtown Iowa City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Iowa City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Walden Ridge Townhomes and starts from $1,450.
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