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Village
25-85 Aossey Ln SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Area Cedar Rapids, IA from $300 (36 Rentals)
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Forest Ridge Apartments
1220 Sierra Dr NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Dows Building
210 2nd St SECedar Rapids, IA 52401
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1150 6th St SECedar Rapids, IA 52401
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627 6th St SECedar Rapids, IA 52401
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C Street Townhomes
2211 C St SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Cedar River Tower Apartments
100 1st Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52401
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Northview Apartments
1210 Auburn Dr SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Five Seasons Apartments
1414-1416 Oakland Rd NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Creekside
2939-3009 12th Ave SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Windsor Manor North Apartments
1215 Oakland Rd NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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318 18th St NE
318 18th St NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Cedar Terrace Apartments
3635 12th Ave SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Julie Ann Square Apartments
1500 E Ave NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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Kingston Village Apartments
600 2nd St SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Apartments of Oakland Rd
1112 Oakland Rd NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Westgate Apartments
802-816 15th Ave SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Southern Valley (VIDEO!)
1628 L St SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Westhill Apartments
1610 Seminole Ave NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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The Gardens
1300-1500 Oakland Rd NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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2206-3220 Kenrich Drive SW
2206-3220 Kenrich Dr SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Aossey Place (Video) SW
16-86 Aossey Ln SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Crestwood Ridge Apartments
1200 Edgewood Rd NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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OakLee Apartment Homes
1311-1317 Oakland Rd NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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North Ridge
1820 A Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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1810 A Ave NE
1810 A Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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2 Bedroom Apartments
906 C Ave NW
906 C Ave NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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1716 D Ave NE
1716 D Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Valley High
1715-1735 Edgewood RdCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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3200-3201 G Ave NW
3200-3201 G Ave NWCedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Cedar Crest Apartments
1100 O Ave NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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Harp & Shamrock Properties
2002-2010 Linmar Dr NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
1416 Oakland Rd NE
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Chalet South
210 19th St NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Trail Ridge NE
1601-1611 Center Point Rd NECedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Northwest Area, Cedar Rapids, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Area Studio Apartments | $1,082 | $740 | $1,395 |
| Northwest Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,048 | $600 | $1,500 |
| Northwest Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,211 | $675 | $1,850 |
| Northwest Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $995 | $1,765 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Area Neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, IA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $635 |
| C Street Townhomes | 2 bedrrom -side by side townhome | 2BR,2BA | $725 |
| Northview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| Five Seasons Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| The Malory Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
| Geneva Tower | 1 Bedroom MKT061 | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| 3212 Wilson Ave SW | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Roosevelt | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $922 |
| 1310-1320 Wenig Rd NE | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $925 |
| Apache Park | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Area, IA
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Area area is the $1.04 price per square foot 1437 N St SW Model at 1437 N St SW, Unit N St in the in the Young's Hill neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Northwest Area apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Cedar River Bluffs Apartments starting at $1,525 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1437 N St SW, Unit N St | 1437 N St SW | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Cedar River Bluffs Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| 2535 Ellis View Ct NW | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Commonwealth | 2BR 2 Bedroom 50% | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Windsor on the River | WND1x1J | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| C Street Townhomes | 2 bedrrom -side by side townhome | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| The Malory Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 3212 Wilson Ave SW | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Roosevelt | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Northview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Best Local Schools in Northwest Area, Cedar Rapids, IA
Harrison Elementary School
Cedar Rapids Community School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (277)
2 out of 10
Thomas Jefferson High School
Cedar Rapids Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1543)
1 out of 10
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Cedar Rapids Community School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (404)
3 out of 10
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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 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 $1,451.
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 2 regular apartments in Northwest Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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