1043 5th Ave SE
Cedar RapidsIA52403
Cheap Homes for Rent in Southwest Area Cedar Rapids, IA from $600 (4 Rentals)
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Southwest Area, Cedar Rapids, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Southwest Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Area 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,160 | $675 | $1,750 |
| Southwest Area 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,457 | $1,200 | $1,750 |
| Southwest Area 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,472 | $1,450 | $1,495 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Area Neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, IA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Area, IA
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Area area is the $0.82 price per square foot CLM11032 Model at Coventry Lofts in the in the Young's Hill neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Southwest Area apartment is the 2 Bedroom Restricted Model at Harris Oak Hill Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $1.05 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coventry Lofts | CLM11032 | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Harris Oak Hill Apartments | 2 Bedroom Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Dows Building | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Wheatland Condos | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Cypress Pointe | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 126 21st Ave SW, Unit 2 | 126 21st Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| C Street Townhomes | 2 bedrrom -side by side townhome | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| NewBo Ivy | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Prairie Reserve | 2x1 Bluff | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Oak Hill Jackson Brickstones | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Area?
There are currently 79 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Area, IA with pricing that ranges from $535 to $97,500. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Area ranging from $675 to $1,750.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Area ranges from $675 to $1,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,191.
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