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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry rooms
  • Tree lined streets
  • Storage closets
  • Additional off-street parking
  • Off-street reserved vehicle parking

Location

315 Ellis Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA|Lincoln
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Management

Wade Investments LLC

Leasing office

(319) 499-9095

Property Overview

315 Ellis offers a strong overall renter experience, with an 8.3 Zumper expert rating and standout scores for price, amenities, and location. It features air-conditioning, laundry rooms, storage closets, and off-street parking, while nearby cultural venues, parks, restaurants, and entertainment options make it especially appealing for an active social lifestyle and pet-friendly 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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 315 Ellis is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 315 Ellis 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

  • Extra storage
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$975 /mo3 units availableFREE INTERNET - FREE PARKING Located in a historic residential neighborhood in Iowa City, just minutes from the best attractions in town. Beautiful tree lined streets. Short walk to downtown Iowa City and Pentacrest, City Park, Hancher Auditorium, and UIHC. Close to major bike and pedestrian paths. A neighborhood you will be proud to call home. This two-story complex features a gorgeous front courtyard and contains 25 units consisting of 13 one-bedroom units and 12 two-bedrooms. Free off-street reserved vehicle parking and bicycle racks are available.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$1,250–$1,275 /mo4 units availableInternet, water, & heat included in rent Located in a historic residential neighborhood in Iowa City, just minutes from the best attractions in town. Beautiful tree lined streets. Short walk to downtown Iowa City and Pentacrest, City Park, Hancher Auditorium, and UIHC. Close to major bike and pedestrian paths. A neighborhood you will be proud to call home. This two-story complex features a gorgeous front courtyard and contains 25 units consisting of 13 one-bedroom units and 12 two-bedrooms. Free off-street reserved vehicle parking and bicycle racks are available.

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Amenities for 315 Ellis

Apartment Amenities

Gas

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOn Site Washer and Dryer
OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Tech

Internet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOutdoor Space
Storage

Services

Garbage & Refuse RemovalLawn Care
Snow RemovalWater and Sewer
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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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units25

About 315 Ellis

HomeApartments in Iowa CityLincoln 315 Ellis

Located just two blocks from the University of Iowa Art Museum and just west of the music building, Hancher Auditorium and City Park, this two story complex contains 25 units consisting of 13 one-bedroom units and 12 two-bedroom. These units provide a clean, healthy, and secure environment and are catered to graduate/PhD level students and/or professionals. The spacious front yard has several large, mature oak trees, and during the spring and summer day lilies border the walkways and irises bloom in abundance. Each apartment has its own outside entrance. The one-bedroom apartments are spacious. Each apartment has carpeted living rooms and bedrooms, and all bathrooms and kitchens have either vinyl or ceramic tile floors. All apartments have air-conditioning and hot water heat. The entire building is supplied with soft water. Premium internet is included. One reserved off-street parking space is provided with each apartment. A few additional off-street parking spaces are available. There is also unrestricted parking on Ellis Avenue. There are two laundry rooms located at each end of the building, and additional storage closets are available in the basement, free of cost.


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, 315 Ellis is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 315 Ellis 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 315 Ellis
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.
315 Ellis 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.
315 Ellis goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 315 Ellis 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.
315 Ellis 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 315 Ellis does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
315 Ellis provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

315 Ellis is great for:

Social life

  • 122 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 25 parks and recreation options
  • 52 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 17 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile

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 315 Ellis compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Extra storage
In-unit features
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2.2 miles away

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Rent trends in Lincoln

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% higher than 1-bedrooms in Lincoln.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 315 Ellis to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Lincoln.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Lincoln
Iowa City
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Iowa City
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,129
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
August 2026$912
September 2026$918
October 2026$943
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lincoln
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,043
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$895
August 2026$965
September 2026$950
October 2026$950

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $975.
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Schools near 315 Ellis

Lincoln Elementary School

300 teeters ct

iowa city, IA, 52246

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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Neighborhood

Lincoln | Iowa City, IA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Iowa City near 315 Ellis Ave

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

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

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 315 Ellis Ave, Iowa City

Groceries

3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-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

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-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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