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1009 W 22nd St
1009 W 22nd StCedar Falls, IA 50613
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Cedar Falls Neighborhood of Cedar Falls, IA from $400 (24 Rentals)
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2107 Olive St
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201 Main St
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$7601 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
611 W 12th St, Unit A
611 W 12th StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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$815 - $1,0551 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
University Manor
1939 College StCedar Falls, IA 50613
1632 Waterloo Rd
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321 Clay St
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123 E 7th St
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$1,190 - $2,400Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Summit on College Hill
2119 College StCedar Falls, IA 50613
1012 Clay St
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$1,2503 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
210 Iowa St, Unit #4
210 Iowa StCedar Falls, IA 50613
2020 College St
Cedar FallsIA50613
1604 College St
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$1,3003 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1316 Main St, Unit 1
1316 Main StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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2007 College St
2007 College StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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Walnut St 2115
2115 Walnut StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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603 Iowa St
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804 W 18th St
804 W 18th StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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1404 Main St
1404 Main StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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Elmcrest
1706-1720 Waterloo RdCedar Falls, IA 50613
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1804 College St
1804 College StCedar Falls, IA 50613
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2020 College St
2020 College StCedar Falls, IA 50613
709 W 21st St
Cedar FallsIA50613
119 Tremont St
Cedar FallsIA50613
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Downtown Cedar Falls, Cedar Falls, IA Local Guide
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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 | $1,190 | $1,190 | $1,190 |
| Downtown Cedar Falls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,103 | $420 | $1,570 |
| Downtown Cedar Falls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $840 | $1,850 |
| Downtown Cedar Falls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,277 | $1,115 | $1,350 |
| Downtown Cedar Falls 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,400 | $2,400 |
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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 4 Beds unit found at The Residences on College Hill priced from $299. University Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $815. Here are the most affordable Downtown Cedar Falls apartments for rent in Cedar Falls, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath-W/D In Unit | 4BR,1BA | $299 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Aug '25) | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| The Summit on College Hill | Studio Type 6 (ADA) | Studio,1BA | $1,190 |
| Zion Flats | Ground Level Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| State Street Riverfront | Lofted Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Cedar Falls, IA
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Cedar Falls apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Campus Townhomes starting at $1,350 with a $1.04 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. |
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| 1003 Bluff St, Unit 1003 Bluff St | 1003 Bluff St | 4BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Campus Townhomes | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 1009 W 22nd St | 1009 W 22nd St | 2BR,2BA | $0.70 |
| State Street Riverfront | Lofted Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (Aug '25) | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Zion Flats | Ground Level Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Residences on College Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Arabella: 200 W 1st St - Cedar Falls | 1-Bed D | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| The Summit on College Hill | Studio Type 1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.64 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Cedar Falls Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Cedar Falls?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Cedar Falls is under $1,470.
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 $815, while the average apartment in Downtown Cedar Falls costs $1,300.
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 16 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Cedar Falls?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Cedar Falls have an average cost of $1,005 which is $295 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Cedar Falls.
Expert Rental Resources
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