Located at 136 South Dubuque Street in Iowa City, Merge provides a coworking environment designed to be both flexible and inspiring. Offering open desk coworking and meeting rooms, it serves freelancers, entrepreneurs, and small teams seeking a productive and collaborative workspace.
Conveniently situated in Iowa City’s downtown, the location is easily accessible by foot, bike, or public transit. Whether you’re stopping for coffee or heading to a client meeting, the area’s excellent walkability and transit options ensure everything you need is close at hand.
Merge enhances the workday with amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi, A/V equipment, whiteboards, and monitors to support presentations and meetings. Complimentary coffee and tea keep you energized, while the pet-friendly policy adds a welcoming touch for animal lovers. A break room and on-site printer provide additional convenience, equipping you with the essentials to stay focused and productive.
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Amenities
Complimentary coffee & tea
High-speed internet
High-speed wifi
A/V equipment
Printer
TV/Monitor
White boards
Bike storage
Kitchen
Mail services
On-street parking
Pet friendly
Break room
Lounge area
Available Workspaces
Open Desk Coworking
Meeting Room
Opening Hours
Monthly memberships allow 24/7 access to our space.
For meeting rooms and day passes, please see our hours of operation.
Walk & Ride
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92/100
Walker's Paradise -
53/100
Good Transit -
83/100
Very Bikeable
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Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
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At 136 South Dubuque Street, those looking for a workspace for an entire day, Open Desk Coworkings are available. In addition, Open Desk Coworkings can also be booked on a monthly basis.
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Yes, you can certainly take a tour of the space before signing up for a membership. In fact, it’s encouraged, to help you get a feel for what your workday will look like. Reach out here to set up a time to come and see the space.
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Storage in coworking spaces can be limited, with most of it reserved for members with dedicated desks and private offices. However, you can reach out to the coworking operator using the form on the right side of the page to see what options are currently available.
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136 South Dubuque Street has a 24/7 availability that comes with a monthly membership. Hourly and day passes usually only allow for access during regular business hours.
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Most, if not all, amenities are available to you as a member, regardless of the type of membership. Some shared spaces, like the meeting rooms, need to be booked in advance and private offices are only available for those with a subscription. However, all the other areas, like the lounge, kitchen and breakout spaces, are usable by every member. All complimentary services are available and anything ancillary can be purchased or negotiated with Merge.
