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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

The Rafoth Building is a highly rated rental option, boasting an overall Zumper rating of 8.4, with standout amenities and a prime downtown location that enhances comfortable living. Its competitive price rating of 10 signifies exceptional value, while residents enjoy easy access to 103 restaurants and diverse community spaces, promoting a vibrant social life. Additionally, the property reflects transparency and trustworthiness, ensuring renters know they are choosing a well-managed residence.

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

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

Rafoth Building - 3B1 bed1 bathLooking 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
Rafoth Building - 2A1 bed1 bathOne Bedroom, one bath, in a secure and safe neighborhood. Unit has recently been updated and refreshed and has coin operated laundry on site. Spacious floor plan in a great area.

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Rent trends in Dubuque

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Dubuque
A table of studio rental data trends in Dubuque
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$985
June 2024$973
July 2024$1,026
August 2024$968
September 2024$912
October 2024$967
November 2024$970
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

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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