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Highlights
- Onsite laundry
- Off street parking
- Heat and water included
- Free internet
Location
727 Michael St, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA|Roosevelt
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Property Overview
Old Gold receives strong performance across several key metrics, with a Zumper expert rating of 8.8, indicating it’s a compelling choice for renters. It excels in price value, amenities, and location, providing residents with essential features like onsite laundry, off-street parking, and included utilities. Furthermore, the property supports lifestyle needs with offerings in sustainability, social life, pet friendliness, and work-from-home capabilities, making it a standout option in the area.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Images Available
Great for
Work-from-home
Social life
Eco living
Floor plans
| Old Gold small 1br/1ba B | 1 bed | 1 bath | 590 sqft | $750 /mo | 1 unit available | Older well maintained 1 BR/1bath apartment complex within walking distance to the UIHC and law school called Old Gold Court Apartments. Each apartment has wall unit air conditioning, there is onsite laundry, and the buildings have secure entrances. Heat and water is paid to all units and off street parking is available for extra fee. FREE INTERNET! Cats are allowed with a signed pet lease and the monthly non refundable pet rent. CONTACT JOE AT 319-530-2869 TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING | |
| Old Gold Large 1 bd | 1 bed | 1 bath | 590 sqft | $800 /mo | 1 unit available | Older well maintained Large 1BR/1bath apartment $800mo. within walking distance to the UIHC and law school called Old Gold Court Apartments. Each apartment has wall unit air conditioning, there is onsite laundry, and the buildings have secure entrances. Heat and water is paid to all units and off street parking is available for extra fee. FREE INTERNET! Cats are allowed with a signed pet lease and the monthly non refundable pet rent. CONTACT JOE AT 319-530-2869 TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING | |
| Old Gold 2br/1ba | 2 bed | 1 bath | 795 sqft | $925 /mo | 1 unit available | Older well maintained 2Br/1 bath apartment $925mo. within walking distance to the UIHC and law school called Old Gold Court Apartments. Each apartment has wall unit air conditioning, there is onsite laundry, and the buildings have secure entrances. Heat and water is paid to all units and off street parking is available for extra fee. FREE INTERNET!! Cats are allowed with a signed pet lease and the monthly non refundable pet rent. CONTACT JOE AT 319-530-2869 TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING |
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Amenities for Old Gold
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heat and Water Paid |
| Heating | Trash |
| Water |
Tech
| Free Internet Service |
Building
| Cats OK |
Services
| Lawn Care | Snow Removal |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 80 |
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About Old Gold
Older well maintained 1 BR/1bath apartment complex within walking distance to the UIHC and law school called Old Gold Court Apartments. Each apartment has wall unit air conditioning, there is onsite laundry, and the buildings have secure entrances. Heat and water is paid to all units and off street parking is available for extra fee. FREE INTERNET! Cats are allowed with a signed pet lease and the monthly non refundable pet rent. CONTACT JOE AT 319-530-2869 TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Old Gold is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Old Gold has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Old Gold 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·9A 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.
Old Gold goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Old Gold receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Old Gold 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Old Gold to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
Old Gold is great for:
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 Old Gold compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
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Rent trends in Roosevelt
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 13% lower than 1-bedrooms in Roosevelt.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Old Gold to be 18% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Roosevelt.
Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Roosevelt
Iowa City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $987 |
| April 2024 | $967 |
| May 2024 | $999 |
| June 2024 | $792 |
| July 2024 | $1,053 |
| August 2024 | $989 |
| September 2024 | $1,047 |
| October 2024 | $1,175 |
| November 2024 | $1,166 |
| December 2024 | $1,090 |
| January 2025 | $902 |
| February 2025 | $895 |
| March 2025 | $877 |
| April 2025 | $840 |
| May 2025 | $871 |
| June 2025 | $999 |
| July 2025 | $1,029 |
| August 2025 | $1,187 |
| September 2025 | $1,141 |
| October 2025 | $1,132 |
| November 2025 | $1,200 |
| December 2025 | $1,191 |
| January 2026 | $1,134 |
| February 2026 | $1,087 |
| March 2026 | $1,199 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,138 |
| April 2024 | $1,128 |
| May 2024 | $1,100 |
| June 2024 | $972 |
| July 2024 | $1,100 |
| November 2024 | $1,175 |
| December 2024 | $1,175 |
| January 2025 | $1,175 |
| February 2025 | $1,175 |
| March 2025 | $1,175 |
| April 2025 | $1,195 |
| May 2025 | $1,172 |
| June 2025 | $1,131 |
| July 2025 | $940 |
| November 2025 | $1,232 |
| December 2025 | $1,216 |
| January 2026 | $1,195 |
| February 2026 | $1,197 |
| March 2026 | $1,275 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 727 Michael St?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$31,000/yr
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Schools near Old Gold
Ernest Horn Elementary School
600 koser ave
iowa city, IA, 52246
PK, K-6Public
B
ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program
1725 n dodge st
iowa city, IA, 52245
K-12Public
Oak Hill Elementary School
504 n park rd
tiffin, IA, 52340
2-3Public
B+
Christine Grant Elementary School
1000 north bend dr
north liberty, IA, 52317
PK, K-6Public
A-
Solon Intermediate
200 west 5th st
solon, IA, 52333
4-5Public
B
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Getting around Iowa City near 727 Michael St
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 727 Michael St, Iowa City
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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