
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Cedar Falls Neighborhood of Cedar Falls, IA from $300 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Cedar Falls area of Cedar Falls.


University Manor

1016 W 20th St, Unit 1016

708-710-710 Bluff St

709 Walnut St
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1123 W 22nd St

1315 College St
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Downtown Cedar Falls, Cedar Falls, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Cedar Falls?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Cedar Falls Studio Apartments | $993 | $785 | $1,245 |
| Downtown Cedar Falls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $365 | $1,630 |
| Downtown Cedar Falls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,130 | $700 | $1,725 |
| Downtown Cedar Falls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,243 | $915 | $1,350 |
| Downtown Cedar Falls 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $895 | $1,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Cedar Falls Neighborhood of Cedar Falls, IA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Cedar Falls Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Cedar Falls area of Cedar Falls, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at University Manor priced from $770. Residences on College Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Downtown Cedar Falls apartments for rent in Cedar Falls, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Dec'25 and Jan' 26 ) | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Residences on College Hill | 4 Bedroom Apartment Near UNI — Only $1,400/mo (... | 4BR,1BA | $895 |
| Elmcrest | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| River Place | Studio @ 200 State | Studio,1BA | $1,160 |
| Arabella: 200 W 1st St - Cedar Falls | 1-Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Cedar Falls, IA
As of December 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Cedar Falls area is the $0.85 price per square foot 317 Main St Model at 317 Main St, Unit 200 in the in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Downtown Cedar Falls apartment is the 122 Main St Model at 122 Main St, Unit 1 starting at $1,700 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Cedar Falls apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 317 Main St, Unit 200 | 317 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| 122 Main St, Unit 1 | 122 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Residences on College Hill | 4 Bedroom Apartment Near UNI — Only $1,400/mo (... | 4BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| State Street Riverfront | Lofted Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 124 Main St | 124 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Elmcrest | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| River Place | Studio @ 200 State | Studio ,1BA | $1.76 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Dec'25 and Jan' 26 ) | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Arabella: 200 W 1st St - Cedar Falls | 1-Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Cedar Falls Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Cedar Falls?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Cedar Falls is University Manor which is listed at $770, while the average apartment in Downtown Cedar Falls costs $1,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 1 regular apartments in Downtown Cedar Falls that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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