Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Cedar Falls Neighborhood of Cedar Falls, IA from $800 (6 Rentals)

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Downtown Cedar Falls, Cedar Falls, IA Local Guide

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 Residences on College Hill priced from $295. University Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here are the most affordable Downtown Cedar Falls apartments for rent in Cedar Falls, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Residences on College HillPrivate Bedroom in a 4BR Unit-Furnished Common ...4BR,1BA$295
University Manor1 BR/ 1 BA (Sept '25 )1BR,1BA$770
Elmcrest2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Cedar Falls, IA

As of September 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Cedar Falls area is the $1.01 price per square foot 315 Main St Model at 315 Main St, Unit 200 in the in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood starting from $1,820. The second greatest value Downtown Cedar Falls apartment is the 1003 Bluff St Model at 1003 Bluff St, Unit 1003 Bluff St starting at $1,600 with a $0.97 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
315 Main St, Unit 200315 Main St2BR,2BA$1.01
1003 Bluff St, Unit 1003 Bluff St1003 Bluff St4BR,2BA$0.97
River Place2 Bedroom @ 300 State2BR,1BA$1.53
Residences on College HillFully Furnished 4 BR/1 Bath Apartment!4BR,1BA$1.11
321 Clay St, Unit 3321 Clay St1BR,1BA$1.00
Elmcrest2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.38
University Manor1 BR/ 1 BA (Sept '25 )1BR,1BA$1.26
Arabella: 200 W 1st St - Cedar FallsFurnished 1-Bed B1BR,1BA$3.26

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Cedar Falls, Cedar Falls, IA

Ranked #1

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Cedar Falls

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Cedar Falls?

There are currently 32 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Cedar Falls, IA with pricing that ranges from $295 to $1,820. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Cedar Falls ranging from $875 to $2,450.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Cedar Falls?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Cedar Falls ranges from $875 to $2,450 with an average monthly rent of $1,598.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Cedar Falls?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Cedar Falls range from $915 to $1,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $875 to $1,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $295.

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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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