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508 S Main St

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121 S Ash St

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Cedar, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cedar?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cedar 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,199 | $750 | $1,800 |
Cedar 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,908 | $999 | $2,550 |
Cedar 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,048 | $1,095 | $3,950 |
Cedar 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Cedar Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cedar, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood priced from $395. Hunters Run has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $553. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cedar apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $395 |
Hunters Run | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $553 |
Foxwood Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $641 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cedar, IA and Nearby
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cedar area is the $0.84 price per square foot Unit 55 Model at Fairfield Estates in the starting from $1,057. The second greatest value Cedar apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at THE ARBORS APARTMENTS starting at $825 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the East Gate Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cedar apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Fairfield Estates | Unit 55 | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
THE ARBORS APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Hotel Maytag Apartments | 2 bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
Linden East Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Northern Plains by Kading | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
SUNDANCE NEWTON APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
Foxwood Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Louden Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Hunters Run | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
The Reserves at South Lake | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cedar
What type of rentals are currently available in Cedar?
There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Cedar, IA with pricing that ranges from $536 to $3,263. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cedar ranging from $585 to $3,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cedar?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cedar ranges from $585 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,608.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cedar?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cedar range from $536 to $3,058, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $999 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,057.
Expert Rental Resources
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