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5d+ ago
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435 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Swimming pool
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$921–$2,014
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Available Aug 20
21h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,350–$1,550
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2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,250–$1,750
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$695
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5d+ ago
Roosevelt house for rent in Iowa City
4 beds
2 baths
$2,200
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5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,199
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5d+ ago
Verified
55 Camden Rd #NA, Iowa City, IA 52245
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
5 beds
3 baths
$3,000
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Available Jun 5
4h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$800–$925
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8h ago
Studio
1 bath
$780–$1,350
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43m ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
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Dishwasher
Outdoor Space
In-Unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
43m ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$795–$1,200
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43m ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,050–$1,798
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1h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
1h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$815
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1h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$825
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1h ago
411 Peterson St, Iowa City, IA 52245
Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$800–$850
Apartment for rent
2h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$895
Apartment for rent
2h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,095
Apartment for rent
3h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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4h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,800
Apartment for rent
4h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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6h ago
2–4 beds
2 baths
$575–$795
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8h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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8h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,200
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9h ago
Hoover house for rent in Iowa City
4 beds
2 baths
$1,750
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Available May 15
10h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,025–$1,050
Apartment for rent
21h ago
4 beds
2 baths
$1,550
Apartment for rent
21h ago
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,237–$2,170
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Apartment for rent
21h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$985
Apartment for rent
21h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,635
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23h ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,175–$1,195
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23h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250
Apartment for rent
23h ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$850–$1,200
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Weber townhouse for rent in Iowa City
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,100
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1d ago
Longfellow house for rent in Iowa City
3 beds
2 baths
$1,700
House for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$734
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2631 Lakeside Dr, Iowa City, IA 52240
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$895–$925
Condo for rent
1d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,250
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$900–$925
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,400
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,840–$2,760
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Wood house for rent in Iowa City
3 beds
1 bath
$1,650
House for rent
1d ago
Longfellow house for rent in Iowa City
1 bed
1 bath
$850
House for rent
1d ago
Studio–2 beds
0–1 bath
$450–$1,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,800
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1d ago
119 River St, Iowa City, IA 52246
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Walk-in closets
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Mann condo for rent in Iowa City
1573 Mccleary Ln, Iowa City, IA 52245
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$1,800
Condo for rent
Available Oct 2
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,250
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Iowa City, IA, has a lively atmosphere driven by its vibrant university presence. Residents appreciate the accessibility to cultural amenities, including various arts and music events, along with a plethora of dining options. The neighborhood layouts are often praised, particularly for walkability and access to parks. However, some residents mention their frustrations with parking and the transient nature of the student population, which can affect community stability. Public transportation is highlighted as sufficient, making it easier for renters to navigate the city without a car.
Iowa City's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $940 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,200 per month. These figures reflect the university town's diverse housing needs, with two-bedroom apartments making up 43% of available inventory compared to one-bedrooms at 22%.
Rents in Iowa City have been on the rise, with a notable increase of 5.5% in 2024. Specifically, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments have seen increases of 5.4% and 8.9%, respectively.
March offers the lowest rental prices in Iowa City, with approximately 21% lower costs compared to August's peak rates. December and September also present less competitive conditions with reduced demand, making winter months and early fall ideal timing for budget-conscious apartment hunting.
Roosevelt, Mann, Lincoln, and Longfellow stand out for their excellent walkability and restaurant access, with strong transit options connecting you to campus and downtown. Roosevelt offers 17% of the city's rental market while Longfellow commands 26%, both providing vibrant social environments with well-developed street infrastructure supporting an active lifestyle.
Weber provides the most affordable option with median rent around $1,170, running 22% below the city median. Lemme offers another budget-friendly choice at around $1,150 median rent, providing 11% savings compared to citywide averages while still maintaining access to Iowa City's amenities.
Lucas, Lincoln, Twain, and Hoover neighborhoods particularly welcome pet owners with dedicated amenities including dog parks, pet waste stations, and outdoor exercise spaces. These areas feature apartments with pet-safe windows, dedicated pet spaces, and pets without restrictions policies, while nearby pet hospitals provide convenient healthcare access.
Utilities are rarely included in Iowa City rental prices, appearing in less than 1% of available listings across all apartment sizes. One-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments each show utilities included in approximately 0.06% and 0.04% of listings respectively, making separate utility payments the standard expectation.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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