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$1,300
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In unit laundry, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Recently renovated, and Stainless steel
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$1,750 | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom House | No Pets | Available for August 1st, 2025 Move In!(319) 354-3792
516 Brookland Park Drive, Iowa City IA 52246
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Air conditioning + more
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4BR 2.5ba house on Westside of Iowa City - Available Aug. 1st, 2024(319) 338-7068
766 Keswick Drive, Iowa City IA 52246
$2,050
1 unit available
4 bed
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In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning
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$2,800 | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom House | No Pets | Available for April 1st, 2025 Move In!(319) 354-3792
608 West Benton Street, Iowa City IA 52246
$2,800
1 unit available
3 bed
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In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Garage, and Recently renovated
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$1,025
1 unit available
1 bed
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Pet friendly, Garage, Range, and Refrigerator
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Spacious, corner lot 3-bedroom, 2-1/2 bath duplex in Iowa City(319) 338-6288
2300 Catskill Court, Iowa City IA 52245
$1,850
1 unit available
3 bed
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Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Microwave, Carpet, and Range
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$1,995 | 3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom House | Pet Friendly* | Available for August 1st, 2025 Move In!(319) 354-3792
429 Crestview Avenue, Iowa City IA 52245
$1,995
1 unit available
3 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
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$1,175
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Garage, Air conditioning, Fireplace, and Microwave
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$1,100 | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Condo | No Pets | Available for an August 1st, 2025 move in!(319) 354-3792
2620 Westwinds Drive, Iowa City IA 52246
$1,100
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Parking, Walk in closets, Air conditioning + more
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$2,450 | 3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom House | No Pets | Available for July 1st, 2025 Move In!(319) 354-3792
7 Gilmore Court, Iowa City IA 52246
$2,450
1 unit available
3 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Walk in closets, Air conditioning + more
1 of 1
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On-site laundry, 24hr maintenance, Air conditioning, Playground, E-payments, Some paid utils + more
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$1,395
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Walk in closets, Air conditioning + more
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$1,100
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated + more
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$985
1 unit available
3 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Garage, Recently renovated, E-payments, and Extra storage
1 of 1
$1,095
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Air conditioning, Fireplace + more
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Peninsula Area
What it’s like to live in Peninsula Area
Academic energy meets natural beauty in Iowa City's Peninsula Area, where rental homes surrounding the Iowa River create a unique environment blending intellectual and outdoor pursuits. The neighborhood offers something increasingly rare – genuine nature access within minutes of university resources, with Terry Trueblood Recreation Area providing kayaking and fishing opportunities beyond typical college town entertainment. University of Iowa faculty and researchers appreciate the mental separation from campus while maintaining easy access for work obligations. Though winter limits some outdoor activities, the area's trail systems receive excellent maintenance for year-round use. Rental options typically feature more generous space than campus-adjacent housing, often including bonus rooms perfect for home offices or study areas essential for academic households. The main consideration remains seasonal flooding concerns along lower elevations – a factor worth discussing with potential landlords when evaluating properties in this riverside community.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Off-campus housing is a term to describe housing that is not owned or operated by the college or university. When living off-campus, you will need to set up and pay for utilities like internet, electricity, and water yourself.
Some of the benefits of choosing to live off-campus include more space, privacy, and independence. Choosing to live off-campus also provides additional location flexibility and can come with potential cost savings.
The average rent for an apartment near University of Iowa is $1,570.