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25-85 Aossey Ln SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Area Cedar Rapids, IA from $400 (13 Rentals)
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Dows Building
210 2nd St SECedar Rapids, IA 52401
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C Street Townhomes
2211 C St SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Cedar Rapids Brickstone
627 6th St SECedar Rapids, IA 52401
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$740 - $1,065Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 12
Cedar River Tower Apartments
100 1st Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52401
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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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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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Aossey Place (Video) SW
16-86 Aossey Ln SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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906 C Ave NW
906 C Ave NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405
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Geneva Tower
310 5th Ave SECedar Rapids, IA 52401
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Southwest Area, Cedar Rapids, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Area Studio Apartments | $1,195 | $740 | $1,395 |
| Southwest Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $695 | $1,375 |
| Southwest Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $475 | $1,850 |
| Southwest Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $770 | $1,765 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Area Neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, IA.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Area Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Area area of Cedar Rapids, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at C Street Townhomes priced from $725. The Roosevelt has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $877. Here are the most affordable Southwest Area apartments for rent in Cedar Rapids, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| C Street Townhomes | 2 bedrrom -side by side townhome | 2BR,2BA | $725 |
| The Roosevelt | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $877 |
| Geneva Tower | 1 Bedroom MKT061 | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Annex on the Square | Current 60% | Studio,1BA | $887 |
| Sinclair on 16th | Layout S | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Area, IA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Area area is the $0.76 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at The Roosevelt in the in the Young's Hill neighborhood starting from $872. The second greatest value Southwest Area apartment is the Layout 2C Model at NewBo Lofts starting at $1,795 with a $1.59 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Roosevelt | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| NewBo Lofts | Layout 2C | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| 245 Kingston Cedar Rapids | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| C Street Townhomes | 2 bedrrom -side by side townhome | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Sinclair on 16th | Layout 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Loftus Apartments | The Alamo SF (Level 2) ADA | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
| Annex on the Square | Current 60% | Studio ,1BA | $1.43 |
| Geneva Tower | 1 Bedroom B-001 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
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Best Local Schools in Southwest Area, Cedar Rapids, IA
Wilson Elementary School
Cedar Rapids Community School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (320)
2 out of 10
Thomas Jefferson High School
Cedar Rapids Community School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1543)
1 out of 10
Wilson Middle School
Cedar Rapids Community School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (395)
2 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Area Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Area?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Area is under $1,525.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 1 regular apartments in Southwest Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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