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Apartments for Rent in Iowa City, IA under $1500

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Apartments for Rent in Iowa City, IA under $1500. 24 Rentals Available
  • a living room with a couch and a rug
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    535 Emerald Street, Iowa City, IA 52246
    2 BEDS $970
    3 BEDS $1,225
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    600 Westgate Street, Iowa City, IA 52246
    2 BEDS $1,080
  • 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
    2 BEDS $1,035
  • A living room with grey chairs and a striped rug.
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    671 Nex Ave, Iowa City, IA 52245
    1 BED $1,152+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • A kitchen with brown cabinets and black appliances.
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    670 Nex Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52245
    2 BEDS $1,099+
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  • a group of brick apartment buildings on a hill
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    2626 Bartelt Road, Iowa City, IA 52246
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,070
    2 BEDS $1,257+
  • A kitchen with white appliances and brown cabinets.
    1 day ago

    612 S Van Buren St, Iowa City, IA 52240
    1 BED $950
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white counter.
    1 day ago

    943 South Gilbert Street, Iowa City, IA 52240
    2 BEDS $1,350

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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and granite countertops.
    1 day ago

    199 6Th St, Coralville, IA 52241
    STUDIO $1,020
  • A kitchen with black cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
    1 day ago

    201 1/2 6Th St, Coralville, IA 52241
    1 BED $1,175
  • A kitchen with black cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
    1 day ago

    203 1/2 6Th St, Coralville, IA 52241
    1 BED $1,125
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  • a living room with a couch and a television
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    1 day ago

    210 6Th St. Apt #A4, Coralville, IA 52241
    2 BEDS $960
  • A kitchen with black cabinets and a granite countertop.
    1 day ago

    205 6Th St, Coralville, IA 52241
    STUDIO $1,025
  • a living room with couches and a table
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    1 day ago

    612 12Th Ave, Coralville, IA 52241
    1 BED $880
    2 BEDS $980
    3 BEDS $1,285
  • a living room with couches and a rug and a window
    1 day ago

    1526 5Th Street, Coralville, IA 52241
    1 BED $895
    2 BEDS $915
  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    2500 Holiday Court, Coralville, IA 52241
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,082
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
    3 BEDS $1,153
  • 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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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 26 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 $1,500

Searching for apartments for rent in Iowa City, IA under $1,500 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Iowa City, IA, where the average rent is $1,117 per month, there are 24 units available for less than $1,500. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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