Cheapest Neighborhoods in Cedar Rapids, IA

As of September 22, 2026, the average rent in Cedar Rapids is $867, which is 7.2% higher than last year. However, it's important to remember that rental prices can vary significantly based on factors such as location, amenities, and floor plans.

Cedar Hills

Average Rent

$967/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

4.3%

Units Available

26 Rentals

Cedar Hills is an affordable neighborhood in Cedar Rapids with an average rent price of $967. Compare this to the city average of $867. In the past year, rent prices have increased by 4.3%. Cedar Hills provides easy access to Kirkwood C.C., Iowa City, Wickiup Hill Outdoor Learning Center, and Mount Mercy University.

Downtown Cedar Rapids

Average Rent

$1,092/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

5.4%

Units Available

35 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Cedar Rapids, Downtown Cedar Rapids might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,092, while the city’s average stands at $867. In the last year, prices have increased by 5.4%. Downtown Cedar Rapids is near Vernon Heights Plaza, Indian Creek Nature Center, and The University of Iowa.

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Methodology

Transit Score measures access to public transit. Scores range from 0 (minimal transit) to 100 (rider’s paradise). Learn more about the Transit Score methodology. Rental data is sourced from CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As a leading authority in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar performs in-depth research to build and sustain an extensive database of commercial real estate insights.

We've combined this data with public records to provide the most current rental information available.