
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Cedar Falls Neighborhood of Cedar Falls, IA from $400 (13 Rentals)
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201 Main St

University Manor

501 W 2nd St

611 W 12th St

Park @ Nine23

Thunder Ridge Apartments

2104 College St
Downtown Cedar Falls, Cedar Falls, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Cedar Falls?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Cedar Falls Studio Apartments | $1,001 | $735 | $1,135 |
Downtown Cedar Falls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,012 | $625 | $1,600 |
Downtown Cedar Falls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $865 | $3,433 |
Downtown Cedar Falls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,300 | $1,400 |
Downtown Cedar Falls 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $425 | $1,700 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Cedar Falls Neighborhood of Cedar Falls, IA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Cedar Falls Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Cedar Falls area of Cedar Falls, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at Residences at College Hill priced from $425. University Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Downtown Cedar Falls apartments for rent in Cedar Falls, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Residences at College Hill | Private 1-Bedroom Apartment in a Spacious 4-Bed... | 4BR,1BA | $425 |
University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (NOW) | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
Falls Edge Studios | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Park @ Nine23 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Thunder Ridge Apartments | TR 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Cedar Falls, IA
As of March 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Cedar Falls area is the $2.15 price per square foot XL 2 Bedroom @ 250 Model at River Place in the in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood starting from $3,433. The second greatest value Downtown Cedar Falls apartment is the 2109 Walnut St Model at 2109 Walnut St, Unit WALNUT lower starting at $1,400 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Cedar Falls apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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River Place | XL 2 Bedroom @ 250 | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
2109 Walnut St, Unit WALNUT lower | 2109 Walnut St | 4BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Willow Falls Apartments | Willow Falls | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
Residences at College Hill | Large 4-Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Roommate... | 4BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Thunder Ridge Apartments | Furnished 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (NOW) | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
The Residence @ Willow Falls | 1 Bed A w/Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
Park @ Nine23 | A1_Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Falls Edge Studios | Studio B REV | Studio ,1BA | $3.06 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Cedar Falls, Cedar Falls, IA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Cedar Falls Neighborhood in Cedar Falls, IA
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
82 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Cedar Falls Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Cedar Falls?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Cedar Falls is under $3,433.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Cedar Falls?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Cedar Falls is University Manor which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Downtown Cedar Falls costs $1,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Cedar Falls?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in Downtown Cedar Falls that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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