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3424 Hemlock Dr Ne # 3435, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, USA
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Management

High Property Management

Leasing office

(319) 497-7664

Open 

Monday 8:00 am–4:30 pm CT

Property Overview

Blair Ridge earns a strong overall impression with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, including top marks for price value, strong amenities, and a highly rated location. It also offers added appeal through a detailed, trustworthy listing, 11 photos, and proximity to a top-rated high school.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Blair Ridge is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Blair Ridge has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2 Bed / 1 Bath with Patio2 bed1 bath870 sqft$975 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Blair Ridge

Apartment Amenities

Gas Utilities IncludedHeat Included
Patio

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building

Controlled AccessDetached Garage

Grounds

Garage Parking

Neighborhood

Convenient Location

Other

Luxury Vinyl Planking In Living Room
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Refund Policy: Non-refundable fee. Application Fee.

$36

REQUIRED FEES

Administrative Fee

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable fee. Administrative Fee.

$50

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Technology Fee

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable fee. Technology Fee.

$3

Water Reimbursement

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable fee. Water Reimbursement.

$25

Trash Reimbursement

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable fee. Trash Reimbursement.

$20

Liability Waiver Fee

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable fee. Liability Waiver Fee.

$14

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

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Building details

Property details

Units48
Lease terms12 months
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About Blair Ridge

HomeApartments in Cedar Rapids Blair Ridge

Welcome to Blair Ridge, perfectly located on the NE side of Cedar Rapids just off Blairs Ferry Road. Enjoy the convenience of having shopping, grocery stores, and popular restaurants just minutes from your doorstep. Whether you're running errands or meeting friends for dinner, everything you need is right around the corner-making Blair Ridge an ideal place to call home.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Blair Ridge is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Blair Ridge has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Blair Ridge
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Blair Ridge offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Blair Ridge goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled access. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Blair Ridge receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Blair Ridge is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Blair Ridge does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Blair Ridge provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Blair Ridge is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools

Work-from-home

  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Blair Ridge compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Cedar Rapids

2-bedroom apartments at Blair Ridge cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cedar Rapids.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Cedar Rapids
A table of studio rental data trends in Cedar Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$765
September 2024$776
October 2024$787
November 2024$786
December 2024$778
January 2025$779
February 2025$791
March 2025$836
April 2025$871
May 2025$835
June 2025$773
July 2025$721
August 2025$876
September 2025$946
October 2025$766
November 2025$632
December 2025$637
January 2026$761
February 2026$937
March 2026$1,017
April 2026$938
May 2026$779
June 2026$640
July 2026$801
August 2026$853

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 3424 Hemlock Dr Ne # 3435?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$39,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $975.
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Schools near Blair Ridge

Hiawatha Elementary School

603 emmons st

hiawatha, IA, 52233

PK, K-5Public
B-

Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Elementary

2500 edgewood rd

cedar rapids, IA, 52405

K-5Public
C

Longfellow Elementary

2900 8th ave

marion, IA, 52302

PK, K-2Public
B+

College Community Early Childhood Center

125 prairie hill

cedar rapids, IA, 52404

PKPublic

Prairie Early Childhood Center

125 prairie hill ct sw

cedar rapids, IA, 52404

PKPublic
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Getting around Cedar Rapids near 3424 Hemlock Dr Ne # 3435

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 3424 Hemlock Dr Ne # 3435, Cedar Rapids

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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