
Cheap Homes for Rent in Cedar Rapids, IA from $500 (19 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in Cedar Rapids.


921 Emmons St

1485 Meadowview Dr

1465 Meadowview Dr

941 Emmons St

325 Clymer Rd

1334 C St SW

1043 5th Ave SE

924 14th St, Unit First Floor
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2951 9th St

74 Northwood Dr

116 Harbet Ave NW

1210 Robins Rd

1450 Meadowview Dr

1080 9th St

5016 1st Ave NW

1130 S 12th St

924 15th Ave SW
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124 10th St SW
Cedar Rapids, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cedar Rapids?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cedar Rapids 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,128 | $675 | $1,995 |
Cedar Rapids 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,589 | $950 | $2,400 |
Cedar Rapids 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,559 | $1,425 | $1,800 |
Cedar Rapids 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,950 | $4,950 | $4,950 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cedar Rapids, IA
Pricing Updated: 05/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Cedar Rapids, IA area range in price from $425 to $97,500 with an overall median price of $1,342. The three Cedar Rapids neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cedar Hills at $555, Southwest Area at $525, and Young's Hill at $525. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cedar Rapids Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Cedar Hills | $1,125 | $555 | 48 |
Southwest Area | $1,250 | $525 | 74 |
Young's Hill | $1,250 | $525 | 96 |
Taylor | $1,265 | $535 | 66 |
Oakhill Jackson | $1,295 | $685 | 57 |
Lincolnway Village | $1,316 | $425 | 12 |
Usher's Ferry Historic Village | $1,347 | $545 | 76 |
Grande Avenue | $1,348 | $525 | 79 |
Downtown Cedar Rapids | $1,362 | $525 | 77 |
Mound View | $1,372 | $525 | 35 |
Cheapest Available Cedar Rapids Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cedar Rapids, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Grand View Apartments priced from $440. Wedgewood Apartments in the Kenwood Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $445. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cedar Rapids apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Grand View Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $440 |
Wedgewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $445 |
Azure Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
Country Club View | 1 BR/ BA | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
1810 A Ave NE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cedar Rapids, IA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cedar Rapids area is the $0.63 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 1716 D Ave NE in the in the Mound View neighborhood starting from $750. The second greatest value Cedar Rapids apartment is the CLM11032 Model at Coventry Lofts starting at $850 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Young's Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cedar Rapids apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1716 D Ave NE | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.63 |
Coventry Lofts | CLM11032 | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
Regal Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Flats | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Crestwood Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
126 21st Ave SW, Unit 2 | 126 21st Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
C Street Townhomes | 2 bedrrom -side by side townhome | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
102 Oak St, Unit #4 | 102 Oak St | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
Country Club View | 1 BR/ BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
1810 A Ave NE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
814 3rd Ave SE, Unit 3 | 814 3rd Ave SE | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cedar Rapids
What type of rentals are currently available in Cedar Rapids?
There are currently 349 Apartments for Rent in Cedar Rapids, IA with pricing that ranges from $425 to $97,500. There are also 84 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cedar Rapids ranging from $500 to $4,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cedar Rapids?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cedar Rapids ranges from $500 to $4,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,743.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cedar Rapids?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cedar Rapids range from $425 to $2,744, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,425 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,316.
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