
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cedar Falls, IA from $300 (60 Rentals)
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1315 1st W St

Gold Falls Villa Apartments

2216 Merner Ave

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2116 Olive St

Park @ Nine23

228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments

Brentwood Estates Apartments

Falls Edge Studios

611 W 12th St
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2303 Olive St

1123 W 22nd St

University Manor

2515 Olive St

2311 Olive Street

2311 Olive St

Thunder Ridge Apartments

Elmcrest

2016 College St

Cedar Village Community
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4705 Chadwick Rd, Unit 4705 Chadwick #8, Unit 4705 Chadwick #8

2624 W 3rd St

The Summit on College Hill

Campus Court Apartments

2103 Olive St

Cedar West Apartments

1823-1825-1825 Alden Ave

2421 Crescent Dr, Unit Condo, Unit Condo

1604 College St

2020 College St
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2022 College St

2610 College St - Cedar Falls

2723 Terrace Drive

2007 College St

2321 Iowa St - Cedar Falls

1918 Olive St

1315 State St

700 W Ridgeway Ave

Cedar Square

1404 Main St
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Pointe West Apartments

804 W 18th St

Main Street Crossing

Urban Flats South

1804 College St

2020 College St

2110 Melrose Ct

1816 Walnut St

119 Tremont St

309 W 10th St
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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 | $944 | $340 | $1,395 |
| Cheap Cedar Falls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,133 | $475 | $1,760 |
| Cheap Cedar Falls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $550 | $2,000 |
| Cheap Cedar Falls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $1,095 | $2,700 |
| Cheap Cedar Falls 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,488 | $460 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cedar Falls, IA
Pricing Updated: 04/28/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Cedar Falls | $2,450 | $750 | 5 |
Cheapest Available Cedar Falls Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cedar Falls, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at 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 $475. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cedar Falls apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $350 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
| 2321 Iowa St - Cedar Falls | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Kent Circle | Updated Cozy 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment in SW... | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| 228 Spaces - Furnished Micro-Living Apartments | 2nd Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Brentwood Estates Apartments | Spacious One-Bedroom Apartment – Comfortable, P... | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Falls Edge Studios | Studio B REV | Studio,1BA | $815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cedar Falls, IA
As of April 28, 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 Beautiful HUGE 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Apartment in Gr... Model at Pineview Place Apartments starting at $1,220 with a $1.02 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1003 Bluff St, Unit 1003 Bluff St | 1003 Bluff St | 4BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Pineview Place Apartments | Beautiful HUGE 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Apartment in Gr... | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Hillcrest Park Apartments-Student Housing | 4BR/2BA | 4BR,2BA | $0.42 |
| Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Cedar Village Community | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 2116 Olive St | 2116 Olive St | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Thunder Ridge Apartments | Conveniently Located 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Apart... | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| Brentwood Estates Apartments | Spacious One-Bedroom Apartment – Comfortable, P... | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Best Local Schools in Cedar Falls, IA
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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 2321 Iowa St - Cedar Falls listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cedar Falls Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cedar Falls Apartment is $475 at Brookside Apartments.
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 $950 at Elmcrest.
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.
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