Bedroom count
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Last updated on June 8, 2026
Average rent in
University Heights, IA
Average rent in
Last updated on June 8, 2026
Bedroom count
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Median rent
Median rent in University Heights
$1,195/mo
12%vs previous year
The average rent in University Heights is $1,195 per month as of June 2026. This is 39% below the national average rent, or $755 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in University Heights
19
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of University Heights rentals at each price point
Rent trends in University Heights, IA
Average rent prices in University Heights have decreased by 9% over the last month and have decreased by 12% 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
University Heights, IA
Rent prices in University Heights vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in University Heights is $970, whereas a house costs $2,492. 1-bedroom apartments in University Heights run $850 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $955.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,300 | - | - | |
1 bedroom | $972 |  4% | 9% | |
2 bedroom | $1,175 | 2% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $2,000 | 12% | 19% | |
4 bedroom | $2,500 | 11% | 21% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Horn | $955 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $970 | 3% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,675 | 15% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,492 | 9% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,229 | - | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,300
1 bedroom
Average rent
$972
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
9%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,175
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
19%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
21%
Horn
Average rent
$955
Apartments
Average rent
$970
Last 30 days
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,675
Last 30 days
15%
Houses
Average rent
$2,492
Last 30 days
9%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,229
The table above reflects average rent prices in University Heights, 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 University Heights, IA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in University Heights and Burlington by all bedroom counts and property types.
University Heights
39%lower than the national median
44%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in University Heights, IA is 9% higher than the median rent in Burlington, IA.
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Discover rentals in University Heights, IA
1d ago
1527 Aber Ave, University Heights, IA 52246
2 beds
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Horn apartment for rent in University Heights
2 beds
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1601 Aber Ave, University Heights, IA 52246
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Horn condo for rent in University Heights
1300 Melrose Ave #307, University Heights, IA 52246
2 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Condo for rent
Available Sep 7
3d ago
302 Finkbine Ln, University Heights, IA 52246
1–2 beds
1 bath
$935–$955
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Horn condo for rent in University Heights
1300 Melrose Ave #307, University Heights, IA 52246
2 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Condo for rent
Available Sep 7
3d ago
302 Finkbine Ln, University Heights, IA 52246
1–2 beds
1 bath
$935–$955
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1601 Aber Ave, University Heights, IA 52246
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1000 1000 Oakcrest Street Units 207 - 312, University Heights, IA 52246
2 beds
1 bath
$1,725
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Horn apartment for rent in University Heights
2 beds
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
3d ago
302 Finkbine Ln, University Heights, IA 52246
2 beds
1 bath
$955
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1601 Aber Ave, University Heights, IA 52246
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for University Heights, IA
Quick answers to common questions about the University Heights rental market.
How much is rent in University Heights?
The average rent in University Heights is $1,195 per month as of June 6, 2026.
Is rent up or down in University Heights?
Average rent prices in University Heights have decreased by 9% over the last month and have decreased by 12% since last year.
How does University Heights rent compare to the national average?
Rent in University Heights is 39% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $755 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in University Heights?
To comfortably afford rent in University Heights, you'd need to earn approximately $48,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in University Heights?
Horn stands out as a budget-friendly neighborhood option in University Heights with median rent around $1,830. This area provides an alternative for renters seeking more affordable housing options in the University Heights market.
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).