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Highlights

  • Shared on-site laundry
  • Dine-in kitchen
  • Forced/central air for heating & cooling
  • Plenty of cabinet/pantry space

Location

427 S Van Buren St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA|Longfellow
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Management

Westwinds Real Estate Services, Inc.

Leasing office

(319) 354-3792

Property Overview

427 S. Van Buren Street earns a strong overall rating, supported by excellent value, amenities, and location. It offers a dine-in kitchen, forced central air for heating and cooling, and plenty of cabinet/pantry space, along with 10 photos and strong nearby access to restaurants, parks, and cultural spots.

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, 427 S. Van Buren Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 427 S. Van Buren Street 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
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath750 sqft$1,095 /mo1 unit availableThis 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment is Available for 08/01/27 Move In! Video Tour - https youtu be VasdANgdCNM Copy this link to your browser to schedule a showing at your convenience. https secure rently com properties 5728175?source=marketing 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment located in Iowa City. 1st 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. Shared on-site laundry. 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 *Renters Insurance of $100,000 in Liability Coverage Required upon move in *Photos/Floorplans May be of a similar unit *No Pets Allowed Please visit our website for additional rental properties, for application details, schedule showings, and much more! https www westwindsrealestate com
3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath780 sqft$1,225 /mo2 units availableThis 3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment is Available for 8/1/27 Move In! Video Tour - Similar Unit (427 #02) - https youtu be VasdANgdCNM Copy this link to your browser to schedule a showing at your convenience. https secure rently com properties 7121939?source=marketing 3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment located in Iowa City. 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 *Renters Insurance of $100,000 in Liability Coverage Required upon move in *Photos/Floorplans May be of a similar unit *No Pets Allowed Please visit our website for additional rental properties, for application details, schedule showings, and much more! https www westwindsrealestate com

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Amenities for 427 S. Van Buren Street

Appliances

DishwasherElectric Stove
RangeRefrigerator

Tech

Internet

Building

Onsite LaundryShared Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingOutdoor 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 427 S. Van Buren Street

HomeApartments in Iowa CityLongfellow 427 S. Van Buren Street

This 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment is Available for 08/01/27 Move In! Video Tour - https youtu be VasdANgdCNM Copy this link to your browser to schedule a showing at your convenience. https secure rently com properties 5728175?source=marketing 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment located in Iowa City. 1st 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. Shared on-site laundry. 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 *Renters Insurance of $100,000 in Liability Coverage Required upon move in *Photos/Floorplans May be of a similar unit *No Pets Allowed Please visit our website for additional rental properties, for 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, 427 S. Van Buren Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 427 S. Van Buren Street 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 427 S. Van Buren Street
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.
427 S. Van Buren Street 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.
427 S. Van Buren Street 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, 427 S. Van Buren Street 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.
427 S. Van Buren Street 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 427 S. Van Buren Street 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.

427 S. Van Buren Street is great for:

Social life

  • 160 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 57 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • Area has 23 parks and recreation options
  • 231 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 427 S. Van Buren Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Longfellow

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 427 S. Van Buren Street to be 16% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Longfellow.

3-bedroom apartments at 427 S. Van Buren Street cost about 34% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Longfellow.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Longfellow
Iowa City
A table of studio rental data trends in Iowa City
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,152
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$1,137
April 2026$1,029
May 2026$928
June 2026$977
July 2026$898
August 2026$964
September 2026$1,190
October 2026$1,195
November 2026$1,175
A table of studio rental data trends in Longfellow
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$950
December 2024$923
January 2025$895
February 2025$884
March 2025$877
April 2025$830
May 2025$824
June 2025$883
July 2025$973
October 2025$1,109
November 2025$1,225
December 2025$1,156
January 2026$1,076
February 2026$1,001
March 2026$900
April 2026$900
May 2026$890
June 2026$977
July 2026$980
August 2026$860
September 2026$1,150
October 2026$1,150
November 2026$1,350

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$43,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,095.
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Schools near 427 S. Van Buren Street

Longfellow Elementary School

1130 seymour ave

iowa city, IA, 52240

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 427 S Van Buren St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 427 S Van Buren St, Iowa City

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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