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1315 1st W St
1315 1st W StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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Gold Falls Villa Apartments
1824 University DrCedar Falls, IA 50613
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2303 Olive St, Unit 1
2303 Olive StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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Park @ Nine23
923 Maplewood DrCedar Falls, IA 50613
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228 Spaces
4117 University AveCedar Falls, IA 50613
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University Manor
1939 College StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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$8201 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 10
Brentwood Estates Apartments
123 Brentwood DrCedar Falls, IA 50613
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Falls Edge Studios
4711 University AveCedar Falls, IA 50613
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Thunder Ridge Apartments
2206 Thunder Ridge BlvdCedar Falls, IA 50613
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Elmcrest
1706-1720 Waterloo RdCedar Falls, IA 50613
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Cedar Village Community
2508 Union RdCedar Falls, IA 50613
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2311 Olive Street
2311 Olive StCedar Falls, IA 50613
2311 Olive St
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2610 College St
2610 College StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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2723 Terrace Drive
2723 Terrace DrCedar Falls, IA 50613
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2007 College St
2007 College StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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2321 Iowa St
2321 Iowa StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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Cedar Square
1813 W 8th StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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603 Iowa St
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1404 Main St
1404 Main StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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Pointe West Apartments
1901 W 18th StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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804 W 18th St
804 W 18th StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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Main Street Crossing
120 Balboa AveCedar Falls, IA 50613
804 W 18th St
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Brookside Apartments
1040-1138 Patrick CtWaterloo, IA 50701
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$7451 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 12
Kent Circle
1105-1110 Kent CirWaterloo, IA 50701
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Kingswood Place
3421-3421 Kingswood PlWaterloo, IA 50701
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$9002 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
4th Street Manor
3805-3807 W 4th StWaterloo, IA 50701
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.
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Kinsale Condominiums
100 Tunis CirWaterloo, IA 50701
102 South St
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1937 Pinehurst Ln
1937 Pinehurst LnWaterloo, IA 50701
1254 W Mullan Ave
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1637 Carriage Hill Dr
1637 Carriage Hill DrWaterloo, IA 50701
1272 W Mullan Ave
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Westwood Apartments
3270-3320 W 4th StWaterloo, IA 50701
3271 Ansborough Ave
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Cedar Falls, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cedar Falls?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Cedar Falls Studio Apartments | $1,041 | $645 | $1,395 |
| Cheap Cedar Falls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,019 | $625 | $1,570 |
| Cheap Cedar Falls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $815 | $2,200 |
| Cheap Cedar Falls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,417 | $995 | $2,500 |
| Cheap Cedar Falls 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $552 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cedar Falls, IA
Pricing Updated: 07/27/2026Current apartment rentals in the Cedar Falls, IA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cedar Falls Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Downtown Cedar Falls | $1,600 | $625 | 19 |
Cheapest Available Cedar Falls Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Cedar Falls, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $350. Brookside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cedar Falls apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $350 |
| Brookside Apartments | One-Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Kingswood Place | Huge Updated One Bedroom Apartment with Walk-in... | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Aug '25) | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Gold Falls Villa Apartments | 2BR/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $815 |
| Thunder Ridge Apartments | Stylish 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Apartment with Bal... | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Park @ Nine23 | b1sw | 2BR,1BA | $930 |
| Elmcrest | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cedar Falls, IA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cedar Falls area is the $0.97 price per square foot 1003 Bluff St Model at 1003 Bluff St, Unit 1003 Bluff St in the in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Cedar Falls apartment is the 2116 Olive St Model at 2116 Olive St, Unit 3 starting at $1,250 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cedar Falls apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1003 Bluff St, Unit 1003 Bluff St | 1003 Bluff St | 4BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| 2116 Olive St, Unit 3 | 2116 Olive St | 3BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Hillcrest Park Apartments-Student Housing | 4BR/2BA | 4BR,2BA | $0.50 |
| Pineview Place Apartments | Prime Waterloo Living: 2-Bedroom / 1-Bath Apart... | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Cedar Village Community | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| The Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| Kingswood Place | Huge Updated One Bedroom Apartment with Walk-in... | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 2303 Olive St, Unit 1 | 2303 Olive St | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Aug '25) | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cedar Falls Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cedar Falls?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cedar Falls is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cedar Falls?
The cheapest apartment in Cedar Falls is Brookside Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Cedar Falls costs $1,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 2 regular apartments in Cedar Falls that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Cedar Falls?
Cheap apartments in Cedar Falls have an average cost of $984 which is $616 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cedar Falls.
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