Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Area Cedar Rapids, IA from $375 (63 Rentals)

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Oct 1

2735 E Ave NW

Cedar RapidsIA52405
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Creekside
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Creekside

2939-3009 12th Ave SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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318 18th St NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

318 18th St NE

318 18th St NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Apartments of Oakland Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments of Oakland Rd

1112 Oakland Rd NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Westgate Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westgate Apartments

802-816 15th Ave SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Westhill Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Westhill Apartments

1610 Seminole Ave NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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The Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Gardens

1300-1500 Oakland Rd NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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OakLee Apartment Homes
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

OakLee Apartment Homes

1311-1317 Oakland Rd NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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1810 A Ave NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

1810 A Ave NE

1810 A Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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1716 D Ave NE
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1716 D Ave NE

1716 D Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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North Ridge
2 Bedroom Apartments

North Ridge

1820 A Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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906 C Ave NW
2 Bedroom Apartments

906 C Ave NW

906 C Ave NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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Valley High
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Valley High

1715-1735 Edgewood RdCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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Cedar Crest Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Crest Apartments

1100 O Ave NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Northwest Area, Cedar Rapids, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwest Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Area area of Cedar Rapids, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Village priced from $635. C Street Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Northwest Area apartments for rent in Cedar Rapids, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$635
C Street Townhomes2 bedrrom -side by side townhome2BR,2BA$725
Forest Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$785
Five Seasons Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$795
220 19th Street Northeast220 19th Street Northeast - E-3232BR,2BA$880
Commonwealth1BR 1 Bedroom 50%1BR,1BA$880
Geneva Tower1 Bedroom MKT0611BR,1BA$885
The Malory Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$905
Northview Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$925
Annex on the SquareCurrent 60%Studio,1BA$985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Area, IA

As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Area area is the $0.85 price per square foot 220 19th Street Northeast - E-323 Model at 220 19th Street Northeast in the in the Mound View neighborhood starting from $880. The second greatest value Northwest Area apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Westgate Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Young's Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
220 19th Street Northeast220 19th Street Northeast - E-3232BR,2BA$0.85
Westgate ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
C Street Townhomes2 bedrrom -side by side townhome2BR,2BA$0.84
The Malory Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.06
Northview Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.11
NewBo LoftsLayout 1B1BR,1BA$1.80
Forest Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.09
Commonwealth1BR 1 Bedroom 50%1BR,1BA$1.30
Annex on the SquareCurrent 60%Studio ,1BA$1.59
Five Seasons Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.61

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Northwest Area, Cedar Rapids, IA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Iowa and customized analysis for Central Cedar Rapids, IA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Area Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Northwest Area?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest Area is under $985.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Area?

The cheapest apartment in Northwest Area is Village which is listed at $635, while the average apartment in Northwest Area costs $1,047.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest Area?

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 49 regular apartments in Northwest Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.