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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Iowa City Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (32 Rentals)
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from $895Studio Apartment Available Aug 1
220 E Washington St, Unit 1
220 E Washington StIowa City, IA 52240
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from $8951 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1
711 E Burlington St, Unit 2
711 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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from $9951 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1
23 S Dubuque St, Unit 3
23 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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from $9952 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
631 S Van Buren St
631 S Van Buren StIowa City, IA 52240
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from $995Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
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 $1,1002 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Orchards & Woodlands
1956-2030 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240
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1011 Hudson Ave, Unit Apt 1
1011 Hudson AveIowa City, IA 52246
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from $719Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15
The Banks Student Living
104 E 7th StCoralville, 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 | $1,092 | $895 | $1,265 |
| Downtown Iowa City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,480 | $895 | $2,495 |
| Downtown Iowa City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $670 | $2,300 |
| Downtown Iowa City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Downtown Iowa City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,769 | $719 | $2,590 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Claremont Apartments priced from $985. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
| Riverfront Crossings - 1201 S Gilbert | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Altamont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 530 N Dubuque St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| IA City Lofts | Large Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| 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 March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Iowa City area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 530 N Dubuque St in the in the Saddlebrook neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Downtown Iowa City apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Altamont Apartments starting at $1,000 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 530 N Dubuque St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Altamont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 613 S Dubuque St | 3 Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The Nest at Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| IA City Lofts | Large Studio Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
| Riverfront Crossings - 1201 S Gilbert | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 1011 Hudson Ave, Unit Apt 1 | 1011 Hudson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- 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 Riverfront Crossings - 1201 S Gilbert 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 $1,195 at Riverfront Crossings - 1201 S Gilbert.
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 $985 at Claremont Apartments.
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 613 S Dubuque St and starts from $1,600.
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