Aerial exterior view of RISE at Riverfront Crossings against Iowa City surroundings

The most enviable address in Iowa City

Close to University of Iowa, but far from routine, RISE places you steps from campus and opportunities to create new memories – this is the college experience you desire.

RISE at Riverfront Crossings student residents walking to The University of Iowa campus
Walking Icon 5 Minute walk to campus

Walk, bike, or run

Rise at Riverfront Crossings places you directly in the middle of the University of Iowa action.

Your morning lecture, your afternoon lab, your evening study group, and your weekend entertainment, all within 5 minutes of your front door.

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Tour the Neighborhood

Early-riser or a night owl? Type A or Type B? Exercise Science or Psychology? No matter your personality, this city has the perfect spot for you.

Student riding bike near The University of Iowa campus

6 min • Biking

Iowa River Corridor Trail

Take a stroll or a ride along the beautiful Iowa River.

The University of Iowa Main Library sign and exterior

11 min • Walking

Main Library

The perfect place to study, read a book, or meet your friends.

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9 min • Walking

Stanley Museum of Art

A visual arts institution that is part of the University of Iowa.

Board games on shelves at Fortuna Board Game Cafe

7 min • Walking

Fortuna Board Game Cafe

A board game cafe with great coffee, snacks, and fun.

Plate of food from Trumpet Blossom Cafe

3 min • Walking

Trumpet Blossom Cafe

Cozy place for vegan dishes made with organic ingredients.

Old Capitol Town Center

8 min • Walking

Old Capitol Town Center

A shopping mall in downtown Iowa City with foods, shops, and more.

Burger sliders at The Box

3 min • Walking

The Box

Modern sports lounge with great eats, drinks, and relaxing patio.

Cook making a pizza at Sam's Pizza

3 min • Walking

Graze Gourmet To-Go

Bright, modern hangout featuring creative shared plates & a casual lunch buffet.

Full crowd at Carver-Hakweye Arena

12 min • Biking

Carver-Hawkeye Arena

Home court for University of Iowa Hawkeyes basketball, wrestling, and gymnastics.

Stage and decorative lighting at Hancher Auditorium

9 min • Biking

Hancher Auditorium

Hosting Broadway musicals, contemporary dance, and classical music.

Gabe's exterior sign and concert posters

7 min • Walking

Gabe’s

Historic 2-story music venue with a large beer garden in downtown Iowa City.

Football team waiting to rush the field at Kinnick Stadium

10 min • Biking

Kinnick Stadium

The home stadium of the University of Iowa Hawkeyes football team.

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Iowa City is a place of enjoyment, growth, learning, and joy. Our ideal downtown location puts you just minutes from the best restaurants, coffee shops, venues, and parks this city has to offer.