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Hawks Ridge

100 Hawk Ridge Rd Iowa City, IA 52246
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Hawks Ridge

100 Hawk Ridge Rd Iowa City, IA 52246

$1263 - $2540

Available: Now
  • 26 mins

    To Campus

  • S - 4 Bed

    Beds

  • $1263 - $2540

    Price

  • Now

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 26 mins

Aspire at West Campus

158 Hawkeye Ct, Iowa City, IA 52246
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Aspire at West Campus

158 Hawkeye Ct, Iowa City, IA 52246

$1398 - $3220

Available: Now
  • 30+ mins

    To Campus

  • 1 - 2 Bed

    Beds

  • $1398 - $3220

    Price

  • Now

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 30+ mins

412 S Dodge Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA

412 S Dodge Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA
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412 S Dodge Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA

412 S Dodge Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA

$1022 - $1930

Available: 2026-08-08
  • 18 mins

    To Campus

  • S - 3 Bed

    Beds

  • $1022 - $1930

    Price

  • 2026-08-08

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 18 mins

6 S Johnson St Iowa City, IA 52240

6 S Johnson St Iowa City, IA 52240
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6 S Johnson St Iowa City, IA 52240

6 S Johnson St Iowa City, IA 52240

$907 - $965

Available: 2026-07-29
  • 12 mins

    To Campus

  • Studio

    Beds

  • $907 - $965

    Price

  • 2026-07-29

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 12 mins

621 S Dodge St

621 S Dodge St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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621 S Dodge St

621 S Dodge St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

$845 - $937

Available: 2026-08-10
  • 22 mins

    To Campus

  • S - 1 Bed

    Beds

  • $845 - $937

    Price

  • 2026-08-10

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 22 mins

523 E Burlington St Iowa City, IA 52240

523 E Burlington St Iowa City, IA 52240
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523 E Burlington St Iowa City, IA 52240

523 E Burlington St Iowa City, IA 52240

$885 - $907

Available: 2026-08-11
  • 8 mins

    To Campus

  • Studio

    Beds

  • $885 - $907

    Price

  • 2026-08-11

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 8 mins

312 E Burlington St Iowa City, IA 52240

312 E Burlington St Iowa City, IA 52240
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312 E Burlington St Iowa City, IA 52240

312 E Burlington St Iowa City, IA 52240

$892 - $1135

Available: 2026-08-01
  • 5 mins

    To Campus

  • Studio

    Beds

  • $892 - $1135

    Price

  • 2026-08-01

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 5 mins

307 E College Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA

307 E College Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA
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307 E College Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA

307 E College Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA

$2838 - $3860

Available: 2026-08-01
  • 10 mins

    To Campus

  • 5 Bed

    Beds

  • $2838 - $3860

    Price

  • 2026-08-01

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 10 mins

601 S Gilbert Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA

601 S Gilbert Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA
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601 S Gilbert Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA

601 S Gilbert Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA

$2373 - $2714

Available: 2026-08-06
  • 16 mins

    To Campus

  • 5 Bed

    Beds

  • $2373 - $2714

    Price

  • 2026-08-06

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 16 mins

402-404 S Gilbert St

402 S Gilbert Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA
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402-404 S Gilbert St

402 S Gilbert Street Iowa City, IA 52240 USA

$966 - $2498

Available: 2026-08-14
  • 14 mins

    To Campus

  • 1 - 3 Bed

    Beds

  • $966 - $2498

    Price

  • 2026-08-14

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 14 mins

Off-Campus Student Rentals in Iowa City, IA

Finding affordable, off campus housing near the University of Iowa doesn't need to involve browsing several different apartment sites. College Pads gives students a place where they can compare all of the apartments close to Iowa's campus and contact landlords all on one site! To make your student housing hunt even easier, we’ve approved all of the listings available in Iowa City, IA to make sure you’re able to completely enjoy your college experience.

Whether you are looking for a 1 bedroom for yourself or looking with roommates, you can use the filters to find the features that you’re looking for, including price, style and amenities. When clicking on a property, you can also check the walking, biking, and public transit distance from any point on campus to avoid ever being late to class again! College Pads - the place to go to make the search as easy as possible for students at The University of Iowa.

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University of Iowa Off-Campus Housing Guide

Renting University of Iowa Off-Campus Housing

Students tend to start their search for off-campus housing a month or two after the start of the fall semester. There’s usually a surge of students contacting landlords about 3+ bedroom houses in the months of October and November - a full 10 months before the next academic year rolls around! If you're hoping to secure a place for you and a few friends, you'll want to get started in October. If you'd prefer a studio or one-bedroom apartment in Iowa City, it won't hurt to relax for a bit and resume your search after Winter Break.

Student Legal Services is available to review leases before signing. Learn more about connecting with SLS!

 

Rent Prices in Iowa City, Iowa

Though living near the University of Iowa in off-campus housing has its perks, rent can get tend to get pricey, especially if you want to live alone. Generally, you'll be able to find two-to-four bedroom places for under $600 per person. If your budget is tight, keep in mind that living with roommates and/or sharing a room may drop your rent considerably. 

Here's a breakdown of average rents around the University of Iowa per person, per bedroom:

How much do studio apartments near the University of Iowa cost?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Iowa City, IA is $1,531.

How much do 1-bedroom apartments near the University of Iowa cost?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Iowa City, IA is $851.

How much do 2-bedroom apartments near the University of Iowa cost?
The average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Iowa City, IA is $545.

How much do 3-bedroom apartments near the University of Iowa cost?
The average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Iowa City, IA is $617.

How much do 4-bedroom apartments near the University of Iowa cost?
The average rent for a 4-bedroom apartment in Iowa City, IA is $571.

How much do 5-bedroom apartments for rent near the University of Iowa cost?
While there will be some differences in price points depending on if you’re looking for a 5- or a 10-bedroom rental, the average rent for a 5+ bedroom apartment in Iowa City, IA is $568.

 

Check out our list of property managers near campus to begin your search:

·       AIC by Hodge Construction

·       AM Management

·       Aspire at West Campus

·       Hawks Ridge

·       Heritage Property

·       Prestige Properties

·       Southgate Companies

·       Watts Group

·       Westwinds Real Estate Services

 

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LANDLORDS NEAR University of Iowa

Life at Iowa

 

The University of Iowa and the Iowa City community are seamlessly blended. Many classes are held within three blocks of downtown Iowa City. The community is consistently ranked one of America’s top ten college towns, is a UNESCO City of Literature, and is home many festivals, performances, and annual events.

The pedestrian mall is a bustling gathering space that offers a variety of dining experiences, stores, the public library, and more! Learn about all the offerings in Downtown Iowa City by visiting the Downtown District’s site.

Many students are involved in a variety of campus and community activities. All students are encouraged to take part in a variety of experiences. The university encourages all students to complete the “47 Things You Should Do At Iowa,” to lean into all things Hawkeye. 

 

LANDLORDS NEAR University of Iowa