Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 21, 2026
Average rent in
Dubuque, IA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 21, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Dubuque rent stands today
Dubuque, IA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $995/month. However, rent cooled 5.0% month over month, reflecting a recent downward shift in prices across the city.
Compared to national trends
Dubuque sits 47.6% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it one of the more accessible markets for renters seeking value in the Midwest. The city offers 97 total rentals, primarily apartments.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studio rents in Dubuque run around $795/month, 1-bedrooms at $800/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,000/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $1,700/month. Apartments make up 78.3% of rentals, while houses rent for a median of $1,395/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents in Dubuque have declined substantially relative to the overall flat citywide trend, while 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units have shown notable upward divergence. This contrast reveals distinct shifts across bedroom types despite stable overall rents.
Median rent
Median rent in Dubuque
$995/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Dubuque is $995 per month as of October 2026. This is 48% below the national average rent, or $905 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Dubuque
97
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Dubuque rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Dubuque, IA
Average rent prices in Dubuque have decreased by 5% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Dubuque, IA
Rent prices in Dubuque vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Dubuque is $900, whereas a house costs $1,395. 1-bedroom apartments in Dubuque run $800 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $972.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $795 |  2% |  93% | |
1 bedroom | $800 | 5% | 8% | |
2 bedroom | $1,000 | 3% | 14% | |
3 bedroom | $1,200 | 3% | 11% | |
4 bedroom | $1,700 | 16% | 2% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Dubuque, IA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $900 | 4% | 5% | |
Condos | $975 | 10% | 26% | |
Houses | $1,395 | 8% | 18% | |
Rooms | $600 | 6% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$795
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
93%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$800
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
8%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
14%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
11%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
16%
Last year
2%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Dubuque, IA.
Apartments
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
5%
Condos
Average rent
$975
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
26%
Houses
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
18%
Rooms
Average rent
$600
Last 30 days
6%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Dubuque, IA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Dubuque, IA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Dubuque and Cedar Rapids by all bedroom counts and property types.
Dubuque
48%lower than the national median
36%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Dubuque, IA is 18% lower than the median rent in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,210
20%$1,050
3%$1,395
3%$1,325
17%$961
40%$1,000
$875
40%$950
66%$1,560
17%$1,165
30%$1,550
6%$1,450
20%Cost of living in Dubuque, IA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | No difference |
| Groceries | 2% lower |
| Health | 6% lower |
| Housing | 30% lower |
| Transportation | 4% higher |
| Utilities | 2% lower |
Discover rentals in Dubuque, IA
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dubuque
Studio
1 bath
$300
House for rent
Available Oct 20
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Dubuque
571 Jefferson St #3, Dubuque, IA 52001
3 beds
1 bath
$550
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 25
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Dubuque
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 13
5d+ ago
1004 Bluff St, Dubuque, IA 52001
2 beds
2 baths
$795
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dubuque
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
House for rent
Available Oct 20
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dubuque
1865 Asbury Rd #1, Dubuque, IA 52001
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,200
House for rent
Available Oct 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Dubuque
2901 Hillcrest Rd #1, Dubuque, IA 52001
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 24
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Dubuque
3 beds
2 baths
$1,900
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Dubuque
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 7
2d ago
3920 N Plaza Loop, Dubuque, IA 52001
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,095–$1,775
Apartment for rent
4d ago
819 Hawkeye Dr, Dubuque, IA 52001
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2535 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$795–$895
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
830 Hawkeye Dr, Dubuque, IA 52001
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3260 Raven Oaks Dr, Dubuque, IA 52001
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Dubuque
718 Wilson St #2, Dubuque, IA 52001
3 beds
2 baths
$1,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
299 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001
1–2 beds
1 bath
$715–$995
Apartment for rent
23h ago
1925 Pulpit Rock Ln, Dubuque, IA 52003
3 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
1d ago
469 Emmett St, Dubuque, IA 52001
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Dubuque
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 13
2d ago
1941 Madison St, Dubuque, IA 52001
Studio
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Dubuque, IA
Quick answers to common questions about the Dubuque rental market.
How much is rent in Dubuque?
The average rent in Dubuque is $995 per month as of October 17, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Dubuque?
Average rent prices in Dubuque have decreased by 5% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Dubuque rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Dubuque is 48% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $905 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Dubuque?
To comfortably afford rent in Dubuque, you'd need to earn approximately $40,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Dubuque?
July offers the best rental deals in Dubuque, with rents running about 22% lower than January prices. Summer months generally provide more affordable options compared to winter's premium pricing.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).