Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Area Cedar Rapids, IA from $465 (38 Rentals)

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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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906 C Ave NW
2 Bedroom Apartments

906 C Ave NW

906 C Ave NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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Grand Vision on 33rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Vision on 33rd

135-141 SW 33rd AveCedar 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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Geneva Tower
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Geneva Tower

310 5th Ave SECedar Rapids, IA 52401
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Shamrock
3 Bedroom Apartments

Shamrock

606 2nd Ave SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Rock Ridge Condominiums
2 Bedroom Apartments

Rock Ridge Condominiums

2005 Rockford Rd SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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NewBo Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

NewBo Lofts

455 16th Ave SECedar Rapids, IA 52401
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Southwest Area, Cedar Rapids, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Area area of Cedar Rapids, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Village priced from $765. NewBo Ivy - Fully Occupied has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Southwest Area apartments for rent in Cedar Rapids, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$765
NewBo Ivy - Fully Occupied1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Geneva Tower1 Bedroom MKT0611BR,1BA$885
The Roosevelt1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$982
C Street Townhomes2 bedrrom -side by side townhome2BR,2BA$995
Sinclair on 16thLayout 1ADA1BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Area, IA

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Area area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2 bedrrom -side by side townhome Model at C Street Townhomes in the in the Young's Hill neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Southwest Area apartment is the Layout 1A Model at Sinclair on 16th starting at $1,250 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Young's Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
C Street Townhomes2 bedrrom -side by side townhome2BR,2BA$1.16
Sinclair on 16thLayout 1A1BR,1BA$1.76
NewBo Ivy - Fully Occupied1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.21
The Roosevelt1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
Geneva Tower1 Bedroom 0011BR,1BA$2.04
Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$14.42

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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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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Southwest Area, Cedar Rapids, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Area Apartments

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

The cheapest apartment in Southwest Area is Village which is listed at $765, while the average apartment in Southwest Area costs $1,063.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.