628 N Linn St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lucas Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (44 Rentals)
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319 E Washington St, Unit 104
319 E Washington StIowa City, IA 52240
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711 E Burlington St, Unit 2
711 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
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Sycamore Apartments
2037 Kountry Ln SEIowa City, IA 52240
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220 E Washington St, Unit 1
220 E Washington StIowa City, IA 52240
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Ridge at Scott Park
3701-3761 Eastbrook DrIowa City, IA 52245
822-826 3rd Ave
Iowa CityIA52245
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Regency Heights (55+ Community)
1010 Scott Park DrIowa City, IA 52245
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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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23 S Dubuque St, Unit 3
23 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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Riverfront Crossings
1201 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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Mane Gate Apartments
2725 Heinz RdIowa City, IA 52240
404 E Foster Rd
Iowa CityIA52245
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from $1,0751 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
Forum at Lincoln Apartments
20 Lincoln AveIowa City, IA 52246
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Orchards & Woodlands
1956-2030 Broadway StIowa City, IA 52240
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836 Clark St, Unit 836 Clark Street
836 Clark StIowa City, IA 52240
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906 North Dodge Street Iowa City IA
906 N Dodge StIowa City, IA 52245
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902 North Dodge Street Apartments
902 N Dodge StIowa City, IA 52245
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811 E College St
811 E College StIowa City, IA 52240
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Lucas, Iowa City, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lucas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucas Studio Apartments | $991 | $700 | $1,225 |
| Lucas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,204 | $855 | $1,959 |
| Lucas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,318 | $670 | $3,350 |
| Lucas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Lucas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $1,450 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Lucas Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lucas area of Iowa City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ridge at Scott Park priced from $902. Regency Heights (55+ Community) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $935. Here are the most affordable Lucas apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Ridge at Scott Park | INCOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY 1bd/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 530 N Dubuque St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Overlook | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| IA City Lofts | Large Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| 811 E College St | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | Updated 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D | 3BR,2BA | $1,465 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lucas, IA
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lucas area is the $1.32 price per square foot Remodeled 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D Model at Mane Gate Apartments in the in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Lucas apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 530 N Dubuque St starting at $1,000 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Saddlebrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lucas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Mane Gate Apartments | Remodeled 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| 530 N Dubuque St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Ridge at Scott Park | 3bd/2bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| 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 |
| Oakcrest Condominiums | 2 BR / 1 BA 863 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Nest at Iowa City | B3 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| The Overlook | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLucas, Iowa City, IA
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Among neighborhoods in Iowa City, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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Best Local Schools in Lucas, Iowa City, IA
Robert Lucas Elementary School
Iowa City Community School District
Public School - Grades PK-6 (285)
3 out of 10
Iowa City High School
Iowa City Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1599)
6 out of 10
Southeast Junior High School
Iowa City Community School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (812)
4 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lucas Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lucas?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lucas is under $1,465.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lucas?
The cheapest apartment in Lucas is Ridge at Scott Park which is listed at $902, while the average apartment in Lucas costs $1,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lucas?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Lucas that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lucas?
Cheap apartments in Lucas have an average cost of $264 which is $1,336 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lucas.
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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