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Highlights

  • Snow removal
  • Off-street parking included
  • Dine-in kitchen
  • 1 reserved parking spot
  • Forced/central air for heating & cooling
  • Plenty of cabinet/pantry space

Location

1601 Aber Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA|Horn
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Management

Westwinds Real Estate

Leasing office

(319) 354-3792

Property Overview

1601 Aber Avenue offers an impressive overall experience with a Zumper expert rating of 8.6, highlighting its strong value for renters. The property features excellent amenities, including snow removal, off-street parking, and a dine-in kitchen, contributing to its high amenities rating of 9 out of 10. Additionally, with a competitive price rating of 10 and a location rating of 9, it stands out for its affordability and convenient access to local attractions, ensuring a high quality of living.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1601 Aber Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1601 Aber Avenue 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

  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath750 sqft$945–$1,050 /mo3 units availableThis 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment is Available for 4/12/26 Move In! *Sublease Terms: (04/12/26-07/23/26) - with option to renew Copy this link to your browser to schedule a showing at your convenience. https secure rently com properties 6177447?source=marketing 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment located in Iowa City. This 3rd floor unit features forced/central air for heating & cooling, and comes with a parking spot. The dine-in kitchen features a dishwasher and plenty of cabinet/pantry space. Two large bedrooms with generous closet space. Nearby grocery, restaurants, convenience stores, shopping, bus lines, parks, ped mall, and more! Quick access to i380 and i80! Included in Rent * Lawn Care * Snow Removal * Garbage * Internet * Off-Street Parking Included - 1 Reserved Parking Spot Not Included - Tenant Responsibilities - Electricity and Gas: MidAmerican - Water: City of Iowa City Additional Disclaimers *Monthly rate subject to increase starting 8/1/26 *Photos/Floorplans May be of a similar unit *No Pets Allowed Please visit our website for additional rental properties, application details, schedule showings, and much more! https www westwindsrealestate com

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Amenities for 1601 Aber Avenue

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
OvenOven/Range
RangeRefrigerator

Tech

Internet

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

GarbageLawn Care
Snow Removal
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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

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 1601 Aber Avenue

HomeApartments in University HeightsHorn 1601 Aber Avenue

This 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment is Available for 4/12/26 Move In! *Sublease Terms: (04/12/26-07/23/26) - with option to renew Copy this link to your browser to schedule a showing at your convenience. https secure rently com properties 6177447?source=marketing 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment located in Iowa City. This 3rd floor unit features forced/central air for heating & cooling, and comes with a parking spot. The dine-in kitchen features a dishwasher and plenty of cabinet/pantry space. Two large bedrooms with generous closet space. Nearby grocery, restaurants, convenience stores, shopping, bus lines, parks, ped mall, and more! Quick access to i380 and i80! Included in Rent * Lawn Care * Snow Removal * Garbage * Internet * Off-Street Parking Included - 1 Reserved Parking Spot Not Included - Tenant Responsibilities - Electricity and Gas: MidAmerican - Water: City of Iowa City Additional Disclaimers *Monthly rate subject to increase starting 8/1/26 *Photos/Floorplans May be of a similar unit *No Pets Allowed Please visit our website for additional rental properties, application details, schedule showings, and much more! https www westwindsrealestate com


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1601 Aber Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1601 Aber Avenue 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 1601 Aber Avenue
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.
1601 Aber Avenue 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.
1601 Aber Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1601 Aber Avenue 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.
1601 Aber Avenue 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 1601 Aber Avenue 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.

1601 Aber Avenue is great for:

Social life

  • 26 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 54 mixed-use spaces nearby

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 1601 Aber Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Horn

2-bedroom apartments at 1601 Aber Avenue cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Horn.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Horn
University Heights
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in University Heights
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$790
April 2024$1,800
May 2024$1,666
June 2024$947
August 2024$895
September 2024$947
November 2024$1,550
March 2025$852
April 2025$833
May 2025$855
December 2025$850
January 2026$822
February 2026$845
March 2026$825
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Horn
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,600
June 2024$1,000
March 2025$845

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$37,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $37,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $945.
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Schools near 1601 Aber Avenue

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 1601 Aber Ave

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1601 Aber Ave, Iowa City

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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