
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cedar Falls, IA from $300 (32 Rentals)
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Gold Falls Villa Apartments

University Manor

1819 University Dr

228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments

Falls Edge Studios
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1016 W 20th St, Unit 1016

202 Magnolia Dr

Brentwood Estates - Furnished & Unfurnished

Thunder Ridge Apartments

Park @ Nine23

2311 Olive St
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700 W Ridgeway Ave

403 W 6th St
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1021 W 7th St

420 S Hackett Rd
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Cedar Falls, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cedar Falls?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Cedar Falls Studio Apartments | $946 | $615 | $1,245 |
| Cheap Cedar Falls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $365 | $1,750 |
| Cheap Cedar Falls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,232 | $700 | $2,100 |
| Cheap Cedar Falls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,284 | $915 | $1,750 |
| Cheap Cedar Falls 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $1,400 | $1,800 |
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Cedar Falls, IA Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cedar Falls, IA
Pricing Updated: 10/27/2025Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Cedar Falls | $1,700 | $365 | 15 |
Cheapest Available Cedar Falls Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cedar Falls, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 2610 College St - Cedar Falls priced from $600. 228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cedar Falls apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2610 College St - Cedar Falls | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| 228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments | 1st Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Falls Edge Studios | Studio B REV | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Gold Falls Villa Apartments | 2BR/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $820 |
| 1637 Carriage Hill | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Brentwood Estates - Furnished & Unfurnished | Brentwood Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Thunder Ridge Apartments | TR 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Park @ Nine23 | A1_Reno | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Elmcrest | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cedar Falls, IA
As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cedar Falls area is the $1.13 price per square foot 122 Main St Model at 122 Main St, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Cedar Falls apartment is the 4004 University Ave Model at 4004 University Ave, Unit 12 starting at $1,200 with a $1.03 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 122 Main St, Unit 1 | 122 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 4004 University Ave, Unit 12 | 4004 University Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Pineview Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Whispering Meadows Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/Attached Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1417 Clay St | 1417 Clay St | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Cedar Village Community | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 2218 Merner Ave, Unit #3 | 2218 Merner Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 810 E 18th St, Unit 810 | 810 E 18th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 1637 Carriage Hill | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Best Local Schools in Cedar Falls, IA
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Getting Around Cedar Falls, IA
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
20 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Cedar Falls Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cedar Falls?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cedar Falls is at 228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cedar Falls Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cedar Falls Apartment is $600 at 2610 College St - Cedar Falls.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cedar Falls Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cedar Falls is starting from $820 at Gold Falls Villa Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cedar Falls Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cedar Falls Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Village Community and starts from $1,095.
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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