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Highlights

  • Downtown location
  • Convenient downtown living
  • Coin-operated laundry
  • Comfortable living
  • Prime downtown location

Location

1780 Central Ave # 1798, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
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Property Overview

Rafoth Building offers convenient downtown living with a prime location, comfortable accommodations, and coin-operated laundry. It also stands out for value for money, ranking in the 71.43 percentile compared with other nearby properties, while the nearest top-rated middle school is about 0.8 miles away.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Rafoth Building is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Rafoth Building has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

Rafoth Building - 2BStudio1 bath$675 /mo
Rafoth Building - 3B1 bed1 bath$650 /moLooking for space, character, and unbeatable location? This beautifully refreshed apartment in downtown Dubuque offers a rare combination of generous square footage, modern updates, and affordability — all within walking distance of the city's best dining and entertainment. Apartment Highlights: * Large, spread-out layout with plenty of room to live comfortably * Mostly carpeted for warmth and comfort * Durable flooring in the kitchen and bathroom * Recently freshened up with new paint, updated flooring, and modern light fixtures * Clean, well-maintained interior that feels bright and welcoming Prime Downtown Location: * Steps from top-rated restaurants, coffee shops, and nightlife * Close to shopping, entertainment venues, and community events * Located in a safe neighborhood Building Features: * Secure entry for peace of mind * Coin-operated laundry on site * Established building with classic charm The building itself has a well-lived-in, vintage character — helping keep rent more af

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About Rafoth Building

HomeApartments in Dubuque Rafoth Building

Looking for space, character, and unbeatable location? This beautifully refreshed apartment in downtown Dubuque offers a rare combination of generous square footage, modern updates, and affordability — all within walking distance of the city's best dining and entertainment. Apartment Highlights: * Large, spread-out layout with plenty of room to live comfortably * Mostly carpeted for warmth and comfort * Durable flooring in the kitchen and bathroom * Recently freshened up with new paint, updated flooring, and modern light fixtures * Clean, well-maintained interior that feels bright and welcoming Prime Downtown Location: * Steps from top-rated restaurants, coffee shops, and nightlife * Close to shopping, entertainment venues, and community events * Located in a safe neighborhood Building Features: * Secure entry for peace of mind * Coin-operated laundry on site * Established building with classic charm The building itself has a well-lived-in, vintage character — helping keep rent more affordable while you enjoy a spacious, updated unit inside. It's the perfect opportunity to get downtown square footage and modern touches without paying luxury prices. Schedule your showing today and experience comfortable, convenient downtown living in Dubuque!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Rafoth Building is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Rafoth Building has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Rafoth Building
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Rafoth Building offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Rafoth Building is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Rafoth Building is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Rafoth Building does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Rafoth Building is great for:

Social life

  • 84 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Area has 17 parks and recreation options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Rafoth Building compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.8 miles away

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Rent trends in Dubuque

Studio apartments at Rafoth Building cost about 21% less than the average rent price for studios in Dubuque.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 19% lower than 1-bedrooms in Dubuque.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Dubuque
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$975
March 2025$1,002
April 2025$1,340
May 2025$1,360
June 2025$1,140
July 2025$1,040
August 2025$978
September 2025$1,200
October 2025$1,475
November 2025$1,405
December 2025$1,394
January 2026$1,420
February 2026$1,275
March 2026$525
April 2026$556
May 2026$515
June 2026$672
July 2026$850
August 2026$868
September 2026$852
October 2026$815

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$27,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $675.
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Schools near Rafoth Building

Prescott Elementary School

1151 white st

dubuque, IA, 52001

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Getting around Dubuque near 1780 Central Ave # 1798

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1780 Central Ave # 1798, Dubuque

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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