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Highlights

  • Sleek stainless steel appliances
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • High-speed internet
  • Updated bathrooms
  • Modern wood flooring
  • Assigned off-street parking spots

Location

31 Valley Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA|Lincoln
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Management

Heritage Property Management-AV, Inc.

Leasing office

(319) 351-8404

Property Overview

Valley Avenue Apartments earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating, with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, plus solid trustworthiness. It features sleek stainless steel appliances, high-speed internet, onsite laundry, updated bathrooms, modern wood flooring, and assigned off-street parking, while also standing out for nearby schools and pet-friendly access with dog parks and a pet hospital close by.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Valley Avenue Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Valley Avenue Apartments 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Valley 1 BR/1bath1 bed1 bath$985 /mo1 unit available1br/1bath-$985.00mo. - $1150.00mo. Conveniently located on the west side of Iowa City, just off Valley Avenue near the dental school and facing Highway 6, our community offers comfortable and affordable living. We have efficiency and one-bedroom, one-bath apartments, with select units beautifully remodeled to feature modern wood flooring, sleek stainless steel appliances, and updated bathrooms. All apartments include wall-unit A/C and heat, with secure building entrances and convenient onsite laundry facilities. Each unit comes with an assigned off-street parking spot available for an additional fee. We welcome cats with a signed pet lease and a monthly, non-refundable pet rent. Heat and Water is covered by the owners, and high-speed internet is provided—tenants pay for electricity. EMAIL **** OR CALL HERITAGE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AT 319-351-8404 TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING!

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Amenities for Valley Avenue Apartments

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OK
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
Limit1

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Property details

Units26
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About Valley Avenue Apartments

HomeApartments in Iowa CityLincoln Valley Avenue Apartments

1br/1bath-$985.00mo. - $1150.00mo. Conveniently located on the west side of Iowa City, just off Valley Avenue near the dental school and facing Highway 6, our community offers comfortable and affordable living. We have efficiency and one-bedroom, one-bath apartments, with select units beautifully remodeled to feature modern wood flooring, sleek stainless steel appliances, and updated bathrooms. All apartments include wall-unit A/C and heat, with secure building entrances and convenient onsite laundry facilities. Each unit comes with an assigned off-street parking spot available for an additional fee. We welcome cats with a signed pet lease and a monthly, non-refundable pet rent. Heat and Water is covered by the owners, and high-speed internet is provided—tenants pay for electricity. EMAIL **** OR CALL HERITAGE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AT 319-351-8404 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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Valley Avenue Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Valley Avenue Apartments 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 Valley Avenue Apartments
Price·9A 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.
Valley Avenue Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Valley Avenue Apartments 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, Valley Avenue Apartments 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.
Valley Avenue Apartments 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 Valley Avenue Apartments 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.

Valley Avenue Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 1 pet hospital in the 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 Valley Avenue Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Lincoln

1-bedroom apartments at Valley Avenue Apartments cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Lincoln.

Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
Lincoln
Iowa City
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Iowa City
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$950
August 2024$924
September 2024$954
October 2024$1,131
November 2024$1,099
December 2024$950
January 2025$970
February 2025$950
March 2025$947
April 2025$934
May 2025$913
June 2025$892
July 2025$950
August 2025$957
September 2025$886
October 2025$988
November 2025$1,065
December 2025$1,056
January 2026$1,005
February 2026$1,000
March 2026$982
April 2026$980
May 2026$975
June 2026$963
July 2026$975
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lincoln
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$950
November 2024$1,025
December 2024$950
January 2025$970
February 2025$970
March 2025$970
April 2025$905
May 2025$975
June 2025$1,075
September 2025$900
October 2025$1,012
November 2025$1,000
December 2025$1,000
January 2026$1,005
February 2026$1,015
March 2026$1,006
April 2026$1,004
May 2026$981
June 2026$850
July 2026$918

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,400/yr

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Schools near Valley Avenue Apartments

ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program

1725 n dodge st

iowa city, IA, 52245

K-12Public

Norman Borlaug Elementary School

1000 kennedy parkway

coralville, IA, 52241

PK, K-6Public
A-

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 31 Valley Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 31 Valley Ave, Iowa City

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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