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410 6th Ave, Unit 5

410 6th Ave
CoralvilleIA52241

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100 Grandview Ct

Iowa CityIA52246

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University Heights, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in University Heights, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Aspire at West Campus in the Coralview Heights neighborhood priced from $812. River Ridge Place in the Coralview Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aspire at West Campus2x2 Herky - Unfurnished2BR,2BA$812
River Ridge PlaceStudio/1BA 371 sq ftStudio,1BA$975
Claremont Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$985
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Willow Ridge Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,200
IA City LoftsLarge Studio UnitsStudio,1BA$1,225
Manville Terrace2x12BR,1BA$1,400
316 MaddieOne bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,500
613 S Dubuque St3 Bed3BR,2BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, IA and Nearby

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $1.42 price per square foot B Model at The Hawthorne in the in the Lantern Park neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the 3 Bed Model at 613 S Dubuque St starting at $1,600 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The HawthorneB2BR,2BA$1.42
613 S Dubuque St3 Bed3BR,2BA$1.81
Claremont Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.12
The Nest Iowa CityB3 - 2x22BR,2BA$1.59
316 MaddieTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.75
419 10th Ave, Unit 2419 10th Ave2BR,1BA$1.41
IA City LoftsLarge Studio UnitsStudio ,1BA$2.10
Aspire at West Campus1x1 Hancher - Furnished1BR,1BA$2.55
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.99
River Ridge PlaceStudio/1BA 371 sq ftStudio ,1BA$2.63

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in University Heights?

There are currently 201 Apartments for Rent in University Heights, IA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $3,350. There are also 91 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Heights ranging from $685 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Heights ranges from $685 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,866.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Heights range from $794 to $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $685 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $719.

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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.