Skip main navigation
Zillow logo
  • Foster Road Duplexes

    520-552 E Foster Rd, Iowa City, IA 52245

    Located in Shimek, Iowa City zip code 52245
    Apartment building
    Attached garage

    What's special

    Welcome to Foster Road apartments in Iowa City, IA! These spacious apartments offer modern amenities such as a refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, and central air and heat to ensure your comfort year-round. Enjoy the convenience of a deck for outdoor relaxation and an unfinished basement for extra storage space. With washer/dryer hook-ups and a 1-car garage, you'll have everything you need for easy living. Plus, pets are negotiable, so you can bring your furry friends along. Contact us today to schedule a tour and make Foster Road apartments your new home!

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Other
    • Hookups: Washer/Dryer Hook-Ups
    Outdoor common areas
    • Deck
    • Lawn: Lawn Care And Snow Removal Handled By Landlord

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator
    • Stove
    • Washer Dryer Hookups
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioning
    Other
    • 2-Story Townhouse
    • Close To I-80 Access
    • Quiet Neighborhood

    Special Features

    • Basement
    • Tenant Pays Utilities

    Neighborhood: Shimek

    Areas of interest

    Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

    Building Location

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Car-Dependent
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Minimal Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Somewhat Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Iowa City

    Bohumil Shimek Elementary School
    Grades PK-5 • 0.4 miles
    6/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    7/10
    Student Progress Rating
    4/10
    Horace Mann Elementary School
    Grades PK-5 • 1.1 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    5/10
    Student Progress Rating
    3/10
    ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program
    Grades K-12 • 1.3 miles
    2/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    Student Progress Rating
    2/10

    Shimek is a residential neighborhood in east Iowa City, with tree-lined streets and a setting close to the Iowa River and the University of Iowa campus. The area experiences four distinct seasons, including cold winters and warm summers. Nearby green spaces and local trails offer room to walk or bike, while playgrounds and the Iowa City Public Library’s public services add useful everyday amenities. Dining and coffee options are available along nearby commercial streets, with additional shopping, arts venues and nightlife in central Iowa City. The neighborhood’s location makes trips by bike, bus or car practical, though routes and travel times vary. For ZIP code 52245, which covers Shimek, the median rent is $1,860 per month and the typical range is $700 to $4,900, based on 171 active listings.

    Powered by Zillow data and AI technology.

    Frequently asked questions

    Where is Foster Road Duplexes located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    Foster Road Duplexes is located at 520-552 E Foster Rd in Shimek, Iowa City, IA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Hilltop Tavern, Press Coffee, and Starbucks.

    What is the average rent in Iowa City, IA?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in ZIP code 52245 in Iowa City is currently $1,860 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to Foster Road Duplexes?

    The schools assigned to Foster Road Duplexes include Bohumil Shimek Elementary School, Horace Mann Elementary School, and ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Foster Road Duplexes?

    Foster Road Duplexes is located near 2 grocery stores, including Hy-Vee (0.8 miles) and John's Grocery (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including Lenoch & Cilek Ace Hardware, are approximately 1 mile away.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near Foster Road Duplexes?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Foster Road Duplexes include University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics - Dodge Street (0.9 miles away), Mercy Hospital ECU (1 mile away), and Sleep Associates of Iowa City PC (1 mile away).

    There are currently no available units for Foster Road Duplexes on Zillow. Find rental availability at nearby or similar apartment buildings below.
    Do you manage this property?

    Claiming gives you access to insights and data about this property.

    ]