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  16. 2 BEDS
    $2,150+
    3 BEDS
    $1,950+
    5 BEDS
    $2,950+

    1199 Central Ave

    1199 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001
  27. Building Photo - 2615 Van Buren Ave
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,450

    2615 Van Buren Ave

    2615 Van Buren Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001
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  28. Building Photo - 2015 Kniest St
    2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,100

    2015 Kniest St

    2015 Kniest St, Dubuque, IA 52001
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  29. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,575
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,575
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,575

    2730 Carlton Ave

    2730 Carlton Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001
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  32. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,300

    1267 Thomas Pl

    1267 Thomas Pl, Dubuque, IA 52001
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  33. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,795
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,795
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,795

    121 Concord St

    121 Concord St, Dubuque, IA 52003
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  34. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,095
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,095
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,095

    2546 Broadway St Unit #1

    2546 Broadway St, Dubuque, IA 52001
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  35. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $795
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$795
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$795

    2164 Washington St Unit 2164 #2

    2164 Washington St, Dubuque, IA 52001
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  37. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,050
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,050
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,050

    951 Oxford St Unit 951

    951 Oxford St, Dubuque, IA 52001
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  38. 3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $2,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,200

    6333 Pawnee Ln

    6333 Pawnee Ln, Asbury, IA 52002
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  39. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $775
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$775
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$775

    3360 Dana Dr Unit 3360 Dana #1

    3360 Dana Dr, Dubuque, IA 52002
  40. 2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,395
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,395
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,395

    1576 Washington St

    1576 Washington St, Dubuque, IA 52001
  41. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$950

    90 Kaufmann Ave Unit 1

    90 Kaufmann Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001
  42. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$850

    735 Kirkwood St Unit 735

    735 Kirkwood St, Dubuque, IA 52001
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Living & Renting in Dubuque

Dubuque at a Glance

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Dubuque, IA Apartments for Rent

Dubuque sits along the Mississippi River where Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin meet, and is part of the Driftless Area—a region that escaped glaciation and features a distinctive hilly landscape uncommon in the Midwest. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Dubuque, you'll discover both affordability and access to natural beauty and entertainment, with average rents well below the national median. The city serves as the commercial, cultural, and educational hub of the Tri-State Area, giving renters plenty of housing options from historic downtown buildings to modern apartment communities.

Renting in Dubuque works well for those seeking low living costs plus access to attractions like the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, and riverside casinos and dining. The city is home to five institutions of higher education, including Clarke University and the University of Dubuque, making it appealing for students and educators. Dubuque's location provides convenient access to major highways connecting the Tri-State Area, while the downtown district offers walkable access to shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues along the riverfront.

Why Dubuque?

  • Exploring the beautiful and mysterious Crystal Lake Cave, discovered in 1868 by miners looking for lead.
  • Visiting the vast National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, featuring the Mississippi River’s fascinating wildlife.
  • Having many unique neighborhoods to choose from, each with their own flavor, from South End to downtown.
  • Enjoying Dubuque’s strong economy with many major companies headquartered here, including Prudential Financial, Hormel, and Deere and Company.
  • Floating down the lazy river, strolling along the Mississippi Riverwalk, and shooting down the tube slide at Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark.
  • Nightlife and entertainment of all types, including casinos such as Mystique and Diamond Jo and fine arts at the Grand Opera House and Dubuque Symphony Orchestra.

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  • Cities Average Rent
  • Dubuque $935/mo

Education

Public University
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Hempstead High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,584 Students
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Dubuque Senior High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,435 Students
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Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School

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Public
Grades 6-8
1,093 Students
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George Washington Middle School

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Public
Grades 6-8
624 Students
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Thomas Jefferson Middle School

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Public
Grades 6-8
459 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Dubuque, IA

What are the average rent costs in Dubuque, IA?

The average rent in Dubuque, IA is $841.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Dubuque, IA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Dubuque, IA is $434.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Dubuque, IA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Dubuque, IA is $841.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Dubuque, IA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Dubuque, IA is $1,124.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Dubuque, IA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Dubuque, IA is $1,267.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Dubuque, IA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Dubuque, IA is $2,040.

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