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Last updated on September 18, 2026
Average rent in
Iowa City, IA
Average rent in
Last updated on September 18, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Iowa City rent stands today
Iowa City, IA rents climbed modestly year over year, with a current median of $1,288/month. Renters pay $49 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially unchanged.
Compared to national trends
Iowa City is 32.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, providing a more accessible rental market for renters seeking value in a smaller metro with 65 total rentals.
Price ranges
Studios in Iowa City rent for around $1,250/month, 1-bedrooms for $956/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,195/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,700/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $2,525/month. This range reflects the variety of bedroom options available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
Weber rents rose 52.4% year over year to $1,600/month, and Lemme climbed 40.7% to $1,650/month, contrasting with the citywide modest change. Twain rents fell 20.0% to $1,200/month, showing neighborhood divergence in Iowa City.
Median rent
Median rent in Iowa City
$1,287/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Iowa City is $1,287 per month as of September 2026. This is 32% below the national average rent, or $612 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Iowa City
65
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 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 remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% 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 $1,197, whereas a house costs $2,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Iowa City run $950 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,125.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,250 | 13% |  19% | |
1 bedroom | $955 | 1% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $1,195 | No Change | 14% | |
3 bedroom | $1,700 | 5% | 7% | |
4 bedroom | $2,525 | No Change | No Change |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Hoover | $1,134 | |
Lemme | $1,650 | |
Lincoln | $1,350 | |
Longfellow | $1,300 | |
Lucas | $1,350 | |
Mann | $1,287 | |
Roosevelt | $1,100 | |
Shimek | $1,750 | |
Twain | $1,200 | |
Weber | $1,600 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,197 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,600 | 19% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,200 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,199 | 7% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
19%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$955
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,195
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
14%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
7%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,525
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
Longfellow
Average rent
$1,300
Roosevelt
Average rent
$1,100
Lincoln
Average rent
$1,350
Mann
Average rent
$1,287
Weber
Average rent
$1,600
Lucas
Average rent
$1,350
Twain
Average rent
$1,200
Lemme
Average rent
$1,650
Shimek
Average rent
$1,750
Hoover
Average rent
$1,134
Apartments
Average rent
$1,197
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
19%
Houses
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,199
Last 30 days
7%
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
32%lower than the national median
36%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Iowa City, IA is 6% higher than the median rent in Cedar Rapids, IA.
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2%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
12h ago
100 Hawk Ridge Dr, Iowa City, IA 52246
Studio–4 beds
1–2 baths
$589–$1,450
Apartment for rent
4d ago
840 Maggard St, Iowa City, IA 52240
2 beds
1 bath
$995–$1,150
Apartment for rent
1d ago
905 W Benton St, Iowa City, IA 52246
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Weber apartment for rent in Iowa City
702 Westwinds Dr #03, Iowa City, IA 52246
2 beds
1 bath
$1,095
Apartment for rent
2d ago
300 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52240
3 beds
3 baths
$5,900
Apartment for rent
12h ago
20 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,940–$2,760
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Weber townhouse for rent in Iowa City
2 beds
2.5 baths
$2,100
House for rent
Available Aug 4
22h ago
Verified
435 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$961–$2,049
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 20
1h ago
1016 Newton Rd, Iowa City, IA 52246
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Longfellow apartment for rent in Iowa City
529 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
Studio
1 bath
$1,035
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Wood condo for rent in Iowa City
2 beds
1 bath
$1,210
Condo for rent
8h ago
Lincoln apartment for rent in Iowa City
330 Ridgeland Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$995–$1,325
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
435 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$961–$2,049
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 20
6h ago
128 E Davenport St, Iowa City, IA 52245
3 beds
1 bath
$1,700
Apartment for rent
4d ago
840 Maggard St, Iowa City, IA 52240
2 beds
1 bath
$995–$1,150
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
932 E College St, Iowa City, IA 52240
1 bed
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
435 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$961–$2,049
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 20
8h ago
707 Oakcrest St, Iowa City, IA 52246
1 bed
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
1d ago
525 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240
3 beds
2 baths
$2,220
Apartment for rent
1d ago
310 N Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52245
1 bed
1 bath
$1,100
Price drop
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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 $1,287 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Iowa City?
Average rent prices in Iowa City have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.
How does Iowa City rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Iowa City is 32% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $612 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Iowa City?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Iowa City are Roosevelt ($1,100/mo), Hoover ($1,134/mo), and Twain ($1,200/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 $52,000/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).