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Last updated on November 2, 2026
Average rent in
Iowa City, IA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 2, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Iowa City rent stands today
Iowa City, IA rent rose 21.6% year over year, with a current median of $1,635/month. Renters today are paying $290 more per month on average than last year, with rents reaching the city's peak this month after a trough in June 2026.
Compared to national trends
Iowa City sits 13.9% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a smaller market with 120 total rentals but competitive pricing for renters.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Iowa City run around $1,312/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,010/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,325/month, while 3-bedrooms reach $2,012/month and 4+ bedrooms $2,900/month. The 4+ bedroom median is $2,900/month, showing the upper end of the rental spectrum.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Iowa City, the Wood neighborhood saw rents fall 37.7% year over year to $1,300/month, contrasting with the citywide rise of 21.6%. Meanwhile, Hoover rents climbed 40.7% to $1,710/month, showing divergent trends within the metro.
Median rent
Median rent in Iowa City
$1,635/mo
22%vs previous year
The average rent in Iowa City is $1,635 per month as of October 2026. This is 14% below the national average rent, or $265 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Iowa City
120
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Iowa City rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Iowa City, IA
Average rent prices in Iowa City have increased by 15% over the last month and have increased by 22% 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
Iowa City, IA
Rent prices in Iowa City vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Iowa City is $1,300, whereas a house costs $2,400. 1-bedroom apartments in Iowa City run $968 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,250.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,312 | No Change | 9% | |
1 bedroom | $1,010 | 24% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,325 | 8% | 11% | |
3 bedroom | $2,012 | 19% | 12% | |
4 bedroom | $2,900 | 12% | 16% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Hoover | $1,710 | |
Lincoln | $1,310 | |
Longfellow | $1,750 | |
Lucas | $1,200 | |
Mann | $2,295 | |
Roosevelt | $1,300 | |
Shimek | $1,662 | |
Twain | $1,325 | |
Weber | $1,550 | |
Wood | $1,299 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,300 | No Change | 4% | |
Condos | $2,037 | 34% | 34% | |
Houses | $2,400 | 10% | 12% | |
Rooms | $1,219 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,312
Last year
9%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,010
Last 30 days
24%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,325
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
11%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,012
Last 30 days
19%
Last year
12%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,900
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
16%
Longfellow
Average rent
$1,750
Roosevelt
Average rent
$1,300
Mann
Average rent
$2,295
Lincoln
Average rent
$1,310
Twain
Average rent
$1,325
Weber
Average rent
$1,550
Hoover
Average rent
$1,710
Lucas
Average rent
$1,200
Shimek
Average rent
$1,662
Wood
Average rent
$1,299
Apartments
Average rent
$1,300
Last year
4%
Condos
Average rent
$2,037
Last 30 days
34%
Last year
34%
Houses
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
12%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,219
The table above reflects average rent prices in Iowa City, 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 Iowa City, IA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Iowa City and Cedar Rapids by all bedroom counts and property types.
Iowa City
14%lower than the national median
36%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Iowa City, IA is 33% higher than the median rent in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,225
24%$1,237
2%$927
2%$962
4%$1,357
1%$1,000
1%$1,550
22%$1,600
$895
5%$1,450
5%$1,725
19%$825
3%Cost of living in Iowa City, 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 | 1% higher |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 6% lower |
| Housing | 21% lower |
| Transportation | 4% higher |
| Utilities | 14% lower |
Discover rentals in Iowa City, IA
3d ago
100 Hawk Ridge Dr, Iowa City, IA 52246
Studio–4 beds
1–2 baths
$599–$1,350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
727 Michael St, Iowa City, IA 52246
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1124 Oakcrest St, Iowa City, IA 52246
2 beds
1 bath
$925–$995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2217 Muscatine Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Longfellow townhouse for rent in Iowa City
3 beds
2 baths
$3,250
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.House for rent
Available Jan 20
5d+ ago
Roosevelt house for rent in Iowa City
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
20 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,524–$2,892
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Longfellow condo for rent in Iowa City
1 bed
2 baths
$2,850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
2d ago
226 S Lucas St, Iowa City, IA 52240
3 beds
1 bath
$1,275
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Weber townhouse for rent in Iowa City
3 beds
2 baths
$1,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2100 S Scott Blvd #84, Iowa City, IA 52240
2 beds
1 bath
$1,499
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
21m ago
Twain house for rent in Iowa City
1019 Howell St, Iowa City, IA 52240
3 beds
1 bath
$1,150
Price dropped $800Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 1
3h ago
Verified
435 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$961–$2,049
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 20
5d+ ago
Verified
2100 S Scott Blvd #84, Iowa City, IA 52240
2 beds
1 bath
$1,499
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
4d ago
611 S Van Buren St, Iowa City, IA 52240
1 bed
1 bath
$895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
840 Maggard St, Iowa City, IA 52240
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
435 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$961–$2,049
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 20
5d+ ago
Weber townhouse for rent in Iowa City
3 beds
2 baths
$1,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
21m ago
Twain house for rent in Iowa City
1019 Howell St, Iowa City, IA 52240
3 beds
1 bath
$1,150
Price dropped $800Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 1
17h ago
125 River St, Iowa City, IA 52246
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$550
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Iowa City, IA
Quick answers to common questions about the Iowa City rental market.
How much is rent in Iowa City?
The average rent in Iowa City is $1,635 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Iowa City?
Average rent prices in Iowa City have increased by 15% over the last month and have increased by 22% since last year.
How does Iowa City rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Iowa City is 14% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $265 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Iowa City?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Iowa City are Lucas ($1,200/mo), Wood ($1,299/mo), and Roosevelt ($1,300/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Iowa City?
To comfortably afford rent in Iowa City, you'd need to earn approximately $65,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Iowa City?
March offers the best rental deals in Iowa City, with rents running about 21% lower than peak August prices. December also sees less competition among renters, while July tends to be the most competitive month.
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).