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Apartments for Rent in Iowa City, IA under $1000

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    535 Emerald Street, Iowa City, IA 52246
    2 BEDS $970
  • a living room with two couches and a large window
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    900 West Benton Street, Iowa City, IA 52246
    1 BED $945
  • A kitchen with white appliances and brown cabinets.
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    612 S Van Buren St, Iowa City, IA 52240
    1 BED $950

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    210 6Th St. Apt #A4, Coralville, IA 52241
    2 BEDS $960
  • a living room with couches and a table
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    612 12Th Ave, Coralville, IA 52241
    1 BED $880
    2 BEDS $980
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  • a living room with couches and a rug and a window
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    1526 5Th Street, Coralville, IA 52241
    1 BED $895
    2 BEDS $915
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and stainless steel appliances
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    10 Penn Oaks Dr., North Liberty, IA 52317
    Income Restricted
    3 BEDS $900+
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Some Transit
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Walk Score®: 80, Transit Score®: 37, Bike Score®: 95

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Iowa City, IA last updated?

Prices and availability in Iowa City, IA were last updated on 19 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Iowa City, IA?

The best apartments in Iowa City, IA are: Emerald Court, Westgate Villa, Seville Apartments, NEX Apartments and Nex Senior (55+) Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in Iowa City, IA?

In Iowa City, 54% of the residents are renting compared to 46% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 13% of Iowa City’s rentals, 73% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 13% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Iowa City, IA under $1,200

Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 17 apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA from 14 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $1,200, and make the most out of your budget.

Finding the best rental near you

Iowa City, IA is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $1,200 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $880 in Iowa City, IA, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.

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