
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Cedar Rapids, NE from $500 (22 Rentals)
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The Residences at Liberty Campus

Old Walnut

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102 US-20
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208 E 5th St

701 Washington St

535 Flats

Grandview Apartments

535 Oak St

The Crystal on C Ave
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210 N Phillips Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cedar Rapids?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids Studio Apartments | $1,053 | $605 | $1,500 |
| Cedar Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,291 | $700 | $2,095 |
| Cedar Rapids 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,515 | $750 | $2,545 |
| Cedar Rapids 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $955 | $2,342 |
| Cedar Rapids 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Cedar Rapids Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cedar Rapids, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at The Residences at Liberty Campus priced from $700. Old Walnut has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cedar Rapids apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Liberty Campus | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Old Walnut | Studio | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Erin Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| LongLeaf Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Apartment Place | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cedar Rapids, NE and Nearby
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cedar Rapids area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 414 W Phillip Ave in the starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Cedar Rapids apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Residences at Oak Pointe starting at $1,399 with a $1.27 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Cedar Rapids apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 414 W Phillip Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Residences at Oak Pointe | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Village at Kearney Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Erin Apartments | 4 Beds, 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Cedar Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Residences at Liberty Campus | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Apartment Place | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Ridgeland Park Apartments in York | York | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Maple Apartments LLC | UNIT 13 | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| LongLeaf Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cedar Rapids Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cedar Rapids?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cedar Rapids is at Old Walnut listed at $745.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cedar Rapids Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cedar Rapids Apartment is $700 at The Residences at Liberty Campus.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cedar Rapids Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cedar Rapids is starting from $750 at Erin Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cedar Rapids Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cedar Rapids Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Erin Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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