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220 River Street Apartments
220 River St, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA

Wade Investments LLC

Monthly rent	$1,775–$1,950
Beds	2–3
Baths	1.5–2
Sqft	1,199–1,213

Monthly rent	$1,775–$1,950
Beds	2–3
Baths	1.5–2
Sqft	1,199–1,213

10 Hours Ago

Highlights

Dishwasher
Washer and dryer
Ceiling fans
Snow removal
Refrigerator
Electric oven/range

Location

220 River St, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA|Lincoln

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Management

Wade Investments LLC

Leasing office

(319) 499-9095

Property Overview

220 River Street offers an impressive combination of amenities and accessibility, with a notable Zumper expert rating of 7.7 and strong scores for both location and amenities at 9 out of 10. The property is competitively priced with a value rating of 7, ensuring an excellent balance for renters. Residents benefit from a vibrant community atmosphere, convenient access to shopping and dining, ample green spaces, and sustainable living options, making it an attractive choice for various lifestyles.

Things you’ll love

More space
Elementary school nearby

Great for

Social life
Eco living
Wellness

Floor plans

	2BR/1.5BA	2 bed	1.5 bath	1,199+ sqft	$1,775 /mo	2 units available			Large two and three bed units located just two blocks from the University of Iowa Art Museum, just five blocks from the University of Iowa Medical School and Pentacrest/Old Capitol, and just west of the music building, Hancher Auditorium and City Park, this two story complex contains 14 units consisting of 7 two-bedroom units and 7 three-bedroom. These units provide a clean, healthy, and secure environment and are catered to graduate/PhD level students and/or professionals. This secure building comes with an elevator, well-lit underground parking (1 space per unit), handicap adaptability, extensive sound attenuation insulation. This upper floor 2 bedroom unit has a large balcony, large bedrooms, huge living room with gas fireplace and in unit washer/dryer!
	3BR/2.0BA	3 bed	2 bath	1,199 sqft	$1,950 /mo	1 unit available			Located in the historic Manville Heights neighborhood in Iowa City. Quiet and pristine, yet 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 UIHC pedestrian bridge, major bike and pedestrian paths. A neighborhood you will be proud to call home. This First floor unit has a patio with high ceilings - bedrooms have ceiling fans! Nice spacious living room with a gas fireplace. Large bedrooms/closets and in unit washer/dryer! All apartments have central heating and cooling and premium internet is included. These units provide a clean, healthy, and secure environment and are catered to graduate/PhD level students and/or professionals seeking a quiet and a convenient place to live.

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Amenities for 220 River Street

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Washer and Dryer

Tech

Free High-Speed Internet

Building

Controlled Entrance

Underground Parking Available

Grounds

Outdoor Space

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

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

Units	14

About 220 River Street

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220 River Street

Large two and three bed units located just two blocks from the University of Iowa Art Museum, just five blocks from the University of Iowa Medical School and Pentacrest/Old Capitol, and just west of the music building, Hancher Auditorium and City Park, this two story complex contains 14 units consisting of 7 two-bedroom units and 7 three-bedroom. These units provide a clean, healthy, and secure environment and are catered to graduate/PhD level students and/or professionals. This secure building comes with an elevator, well-lit underground parking (1 space per unit), handicap adaptability, extensive sound attenuation insulation. First floor units come with patios and second floor units come with decks. Each apartment has solid oak cabinets and arts and crafts style oak trim, 9′ ceilings, ceiling fans in all bedrooms, gas fireplace with oak trim and mantel, appliances including dishwasher, microwave, washer & dryer, Pella windows and doors, Durastone kitchen and bath floors, and numerous cable TV outlets own outside entrance. All apartments have central heating and cooling. Premium internet is included. One underground parking space is reserved for each unit. There is also unrestricted parking on Ellis Avenue which is close by. Each unit comes with a washer and dryer. The apartment includes the following features and amenities: *Free Internet *Central heating and air conditioning *Dishwasher *Garbage disposal *Electric oven/range *Refrigerator *Microwave *Washer and dryer *Ceiling fans in all bedrooms *Bicycle racks *Reserved, well-lit underground parking *Multiple Cambus stops close by Internet, sanitation, snow removal, and lawn care are ALL covered by the landlord. The tenant is only responsible for electricity and water utilities.

220 River Street is great for:

Social life

123 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
Areas nearby are accessible by walking
Diverse age groups live in this area
32 local event hubs within 1 mile

Eco living

20 parks within a mile
Public transit available nearby
You can get around by foot in this area
On-site recycling or composting options

Wellness

Ample windows and natural lighting
HVAC systems available onsite
20 parks nearby
9 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby

Property highlights

How 220 River Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space: The 2-bedroom is 452 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby: There is an elementary school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools: The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Lacks images: Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Lincoln

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 220 River Street to be 18% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Lincoln.

3-bedroom apartments at 220 River Street cost about 34% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Lincoln.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.

Lincoln

Iowa City

A table of studio rental data trends in Iowa City
Month	Median Rent
September 2023	$897
October 2023	$915
November 2023	$967
December 2023	$1,040
January 2024	$947
February 2024	$900
March 2024	$939
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	$1,188

A table of studio rental data trends in Lincoln
Month	Median Rent
December 2023	$975
January 2024	$975
February 2024	$975
March 2024	$1,065
April 2024	$1,023
May 2024	$1,122
June 2024	$1,245

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