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Cedar Rapids, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cedar Rapids, IA

Pricing Updated: 03/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Cedar Rapids, IA area range in price from $425 to $2,065 with an overall median price of $1,287. The three Cedar Rapids neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Usher's Ferry Historic Village at $545, Cedar Hills at $555, and Kenwood Park at $445. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cedar Rapids Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Usher's Ferry Historic Village$1,105$5452355
Cedar Hills$1,125$5551766
Kenwood Park$1,185$4453207
Mound View$1,210$545268
Lincolnway Village$1,245$425596
Southwest Area$1,250$5351674
Young's Hill$1,250$5352256
Oakhill Jackson$1,295$6902057
Downtown Cedar Rapids$1,395$5351587
Northwest Area$1,395$5353704

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grand View Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$440
Wedgewood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$445
Azure Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$495
The Pointe at Cedar RapidsStonewood 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$521
Country Club View1 BR/ BA1BR,1BA$525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cedar Rapids, IA

As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cedar Rapids area is the $0.82 price per square foot CLM11032 Model at Coventry Lofts in the in the Young's Hill neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Cedar Rapids apartment is the 2 Bedroom Flats Model at Regal Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Cedar Rapids apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Coventry LoftsCLM110321BR,1BA$0.82
Regal Townhomes2 Bedroom Flats2BR,1BA$0.83
Crestwood Ridge Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.76
Overlook 3802 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.90
C Street Townhomes2 bedrrom -side by side townhome2BR,2BA$0.84
102 Oak St, Unit #4102 Oak St2BR,1BA$0.85
Country Club View1 BR/ BA1BR,1BA$0.70
1733 6th Ave SE, Unit Upper1733 6th Ave SE1BR,1BA$0.79
1716 D Ave NE1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$0.85
1810 A Ave NE1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$0.88

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cedar Rapids

What type of rentals are currently available in Cedar Rapids?

There are currently 328 Apartments for Rent in Cedar Rapids, IA with pricing that ranges from $425 to $2,065. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cedar Rapids ranging from $525 to $2,795.

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 $525 to $2,795 with an average monthly rent of $1,259.

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 $2,065, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,245.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.