
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lucas Neighborhood of Iowa City, IA from $600 (39 Rentals)
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711 E Burlington St, Unit 2

Sycamore Apartments

220 E Washington St, Unit 1

822-826 3rd Ave

Regency Heights (55+ Community)

23 S Dubuque St, Unit 3

Riverfront Crossings - 1201 S Gilbert

631 S Van Buren St

SoDo Flats

804 N Dubuque St

Mane Gate Apartments

404 E Foster Rd

Orchards & Woodlands

906 North Dodge Street Iowa City IA

902 North Dodge Street Apartments
Lucas, Iowa City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lucas?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lucas Studio Apartments | $995 | $700 | $1,225 |
Lucas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,234 | $895 | $2,495 |
Lucas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $670 | $1,950 |
Lucas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,407 | $695 | $3,300 |
Lucas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,013 | $1,450 | $2,590 |
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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 Regency Heights (55+ Community) priced from $935. Claremont Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $985. 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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Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
Claremont Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
Riverfront Crossings - 1201 S Gilbert | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
530 N Dubuque St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
The Overlook | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,140 |
Ridge at Scott Park | 1bd/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,221 |
IA City Lofts | Large Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Mane Gate Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,230 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lucas, IA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lucas area is the $1.36 price per square foot Remodeled 2 Bed/2 Bath with W/D Model at Mane Gate Apartments in the in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,375. 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 2 Bed/2 Bath with W/D | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
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 |
The Overlook | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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 |
Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLucas, Iowa City, IA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Lucas, Iowa City, IA
Robert Lucas Elementary School
Iowa City High School
Southeast Junior High School
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Best Local Schools in Lucas, Iowa City, IA
Robert Lucas Elementary School
Iowa City High School
Southeast Junior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lucas Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lucas?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lucas is at Riverfront Crossings - 1201 S Gilbert listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lucas Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lucas Apartment is $935 at Regency Heights (55+ Community).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lucas Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lucas is starting from $985 at Claremont Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lucas Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lucas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 613 S Dubuque St and starts from $1,600.
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