The Chauncey
404 E College St,
Iowa City,
IA
52240
Leasing Office:
6660 Preston Terrace Ct SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Monthly Rent
$1,690 - $1,990
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Bedrooms
Studio bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
700 - 800 sq ft
Imagine the hotel experience as your everyday address: the polish, the convenience, the walk-downstairs-to-everything ease, except you actually live here. Our studios at The Chauncey pair skyline views with floor-to-ceiling light, polished concrete floors, and custom McComas Lacina cabinetry, all in a residence built to hotel-grade standards. Quiet floors, solid construction, and a design made for easy, lock-and-leave living. Choose the layout that fits you. Studios are available in one-bed and two-bed configurations, and select units add a private balcony or an oversized deck for outdoor space of your own, right above downtown. Whether you want a smart, efficient single or room for a partner, a friend, or a colleague, there's a studio to match. And you're settling into one of the best towns in America. Iowa City was named one of CNN's Best Towns to Visit in America for 2026, recognized for its literary heritage as a UNESCO City of Literature, its dynamic downtown, and its lively arts and culture scene. It's a walkable, welcoming college town with the University of Iowa, the Iowa Writers' Workshop, festivals, live music, and Big Ten athletics all part of everyday life. The real luxury is everything downstairs and around the corner. FilmScene cinema and an in-building café [confirm currently open] sit right beneath you, while the Ped Mall, the Englert, and the University of Iowa campus are all minutes away. UIHC and Mercy are close enough to skip the commute entirely. Step out your door and downtown Iowa City, its dining, its culture, its energy, is already yours. And the building does the rest. Every day includes a full-time concierge on-site to receive and hold your packages, professionally cleaned and maintained hallways, and a trash chute on every floor. You get 24-hour access to the fitness center and use of the landscaped outdoor terrace, all folded into the address with no hidden add-ons and no vendors to coordinate. Lease terms run from 6 to 24 months, suited to traveling professionals, physicians relocating to UIHC, visiting scholars, students, and anyone who wants downtown luxury on a timeline that works. Move in, settle in, and let the building take care of the details.
Highlights
- Furnished Units Available
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- Pool
- Deck
- On-Site Retail
- Elevator
- Grill
- Balcony
- Views
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 706price $1,690square feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 709price $1,690square feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 704price $1,690square feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 703price $1,755Unit Specialsquare feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 503price $1,755Unit Specialsquare feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 610price $1,755Unit Specialsquare feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 706price $1,690square feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 709price $1,690square feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 704price $1,690square feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 703price $1,755Unit Specialsquare feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 503price $1,755Unit Specialsquare feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 610price $1,755Unit Specialsquare feet 700availibility Now
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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Utilities & Essentials
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Utility BundleCharged per unit.$190 / mo
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Pet policies are negotiable.
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Lease Options
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1 - 24 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 2020
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60 units/15 stories
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Furnished Units Available
About The Chauncey
Imagine the hotel experience as your everyday address: the polish, the convenience, the walk-downstairs-to-everything ease, except you actually live here. Our studios at The Chauncey pair skyline views with floor-to-ceiling light, polished concrete floors, and custom McComas Lacina cabinetry, all in a residence built to hotel-grade standards. Quiet floors, solid construction, and a design made for easy, lock-and-leave living. Choose the layout that fits you. Studios are available in one-bed and two-bed configurations, and select units add a private balcony or an oversized deck for outdoor space of your own, right above downtown. Whether you want a smart, efficient single or room for a partner, a friend, or a colleague, there's a studio to match. And you're settling into one of the best towns in America. Iowa City was named one of CNN's Best Towns to Visit in America for 2026, recognized for its literary heritage as a UNESCO City of Literature, its dynamic downtown, and its lively arts and culture scene. It's a walkable, welcoming college town with the University of Iowa, the Iowa Writers' Workshop, festivals, live music, and Big Ten athletics all part of everyday life. The real luxury is everything downstairs and around the corner. FilmScene cinema and an in-building café [confirm currently open] sit right beneath you, while the Ped Mall, the Englert, and the University of Iowa campus are all minutes away. UIHC and Mercy are close enough to skip the commute entirely. Step out your door and downtown Iowa City, its dining, its culture, its energy, is already yours. And the building does the rest. Every day includes a full-time concierge on-site to receive and hold your packages, professionally cleaned and maintained hallways, and a trash chute on every floor. You get 24-hour access to the fitness center and use of the landscaped outdoor terrace, all folded into the address with no hidden add-ons and no vendors to coordinate. Lease terms run from 6 to 24 months, suited to traveling professionals, physicians relocating to UIHC, visiting scholars, students, and anyone who wants downtown luxury on a timeline that works. Move in, settle in, and let the building take care of the details.
The Chauncey is an apartment community located in Johnson County and the 52240 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Iowa City Community School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Breakfast Bar
- Common Laundry Area
- Electric Stove
- Eletric Induction Cooker
- In-building Cafe
- In-building Cinema
- In-building Laundry
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Pet Friendly
- Sofa
Contact
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Furnished Units Available
- Community-Wide WiFi
- Laundry Facilities
- Concierge
- 24 Hour Access
- Furnished Units Available
- On-Site Retail
- Grocery Service
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Disposal Chutes
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- Grill
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Refrigerator
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Sprinkler System
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Breakfast Nook
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Workshop
- Views
- Skylights
- Furnished
- Balcony
- Deck
The sprawling University of Iowa spills across the Iowa River and into Downtown Iowa City: the Main Library, the Engineering Library, the English-Philosophy Building, the College of Education, and the University of Iowa Museum of Natural History are all in the Downtown neighborhood. As a result, Downtown Iowa City is filled with students in backpacks walking to class. This is most definitely Hawkeye country, and the neighborhood is covered in black and gold. During college football season, you'll find many residents heading across the river to Kinnick Stadium to cheer on the Iowa Hawkeyes.
With its wide sidewalks, outdoor cafes, and numerous bicycles parked in bike racks, Downtown Iowa City is a great place to live, often topping "best" lists for livability and as one of the nation's best college towns. Shops and restaurants fill the historic architecture, and cobblestone streets add an old-world elegance to the district.
Learn more about living in Downtown Iowa CityCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Iowa City | Iowa City, IA | |
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| Studio | $1,103 | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,275 | $1,045 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,599 | $1,298 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,980 | $1,700 |
- Community-Wide WiFi
- Laundry Facilities
- Concierge
- 24 Hour Access
- Furnished Units Available
- On-Site Retail
- Grocery Service
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Disposal Chutes
- Grill
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- Breakfast Bar
- Common Laundry Area
- Electric Stove
- Eletric Induction Cooker
- In-building Cafe
- In-building Cinema
- In-building Laundry
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Pet Friendly
- Sofa
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Sprinkler System
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Breakfast Nook
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Workshop
- Views
- Skylights
- Furnished
- Balcony
- Deck
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | By Appointment |
| Sunday | By Appointment |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 34 min | 24.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 42 min | 31.3 mi |
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The Chauncey
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The Chauncey has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Contact this property for parking details.
The Chauncey does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,690 for a studio, you would need to earn about $67,600 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
The Chauncey is offering Specials on select units, with rental rates starting at $1,755.
While The Chauncey does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
404 E College St
Iowa City, IA 52240
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