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435 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,954–$2,014
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Available Aug 20
1d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,495
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2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,350
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4d ago
Longfellow apartment for rent in Iowa City
1 bed
1 bath
$1,890
$1,690
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5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,450–$1,550
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1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$780–$1,300
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9h ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,050–$1,798
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10h ago
521 Kirkwood Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$1,195
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14h ago
5 beds
2 baths
$2,375
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14h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$950–$1,050
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On-Site Laundry
Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
16h ago
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,940–$2,760
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16h ago
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,125–$1,725
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16h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
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21h ago
457 S Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,075–$1,125
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21h ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,495
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23h ago
624 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100–$1,200
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1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,400
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175–$1,200
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1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,400
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1d ago
Lincoln apartment for rent in Iowa City
365 Ellis Ave #3, Iowa City, IA 52246
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Carpet
3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
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Available Aug 1
1d ago
2631 Lakeside Dr, Iowa City, IA 52240
Air conditioning | Central heat | Storage
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Condo for rent
1d ago
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$895–$1,495
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1d ago
Longfellow apartment for rent in Iowa City
612 S Van Buren St #4, Iowa City, IA 52240
Furnished | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 17
2d ago
Twain townhouse for rent in Iowa City
806 Cross Park Ave #806, Iowa City, IA 52240
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,500
House for rent
Available Aug 1
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$865
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$800
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2d ago
600 S Capitol St, Iowa City, IA 52240
On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
3 beds
3 baths
$2,100
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,075–$1,650
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$835
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$850
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2d ago
Weber apartment for rent in Iowa City
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1 bed
1.5 baths
$1,450
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2d ago
3432 Eastbrook St, Iowa City, IA 52245
In-unit laundry | Walk-in closets | Deck
3 beds
2 baths
$1,700–$2,200
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2d ago
Lincoln apartment for rent in Iowa City
1054 Newton Rd #04, Iowa City, IA 52246
Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$995
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2d ago
Lemme condo for rent in Iowa City
11 Arbor Hill Cir #29, Iowa City, IA 52245
Garage parking | Storage | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,150
Condo for rent
2d ago
Longfellow apartment for rent in Iowa City
631 S Van Buren St #14, Iowa City, IA 52240
On-site laundry | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$1,250
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2d ago
Roosevelt condo for rent in Iowa City
500 Grandview Ct #522, Iowa City, IA 52246
In-unit laundry | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
Condo for rent
2d ago
Weber condo for rent in Iowa City
728 Westwinds Dr #03, Iowa City, IA 52246
In-unit laundry | Walk-in closets | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
Condo for rent
2d ago
Longfellow house for rent in Iowa City
530 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240
In-unit laundry
7 beds
3 baths
$625
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3d ago
Weber condo for rent in Iowa City
734 Westwinds Dr #02, Iowa City, IA 52246
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Walk-in closets
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
Condo for rent
3d ago
Weber condo for rent in Iowa City
2620 Westwinds Dr #10, Iowa City, IA 52246
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Walk-in closets
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
Condo for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
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3d ago
906 E Burlington St, Iowa City, IA 52240
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
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3d ago
3004 Stanford Ave, Iowa City, IA 52245
Air conditioning | Assigned parking | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$900
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3d ago
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,650–$2,170
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$985
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3d ago
840 Maggard St, Iowa City, IA 52240
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$995–$1,250
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3d ago
Studio–1 bed
0–1 bath
$450
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2 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%.
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 2026 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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