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Highlights

  • Large kitchen
  • Convenient location
  • Plenty of storage

Location

2221 Olive St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
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Management

Cedar Valley Property Management

Leasing office

(319) 277-3630

Property Overview

Olive St 2221 earns a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.6 out of 10, supported by excellent marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It stands out for its large kitchen, convenient location, and plenty of storage, with nearby grocery and school options adding to its overall appeal.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Olive St 2221 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Olive St 2221 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Central heat

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath825 sqft$915 /mo1 unit availableCute main floor one bedroom apartment right off of the hill. Large kitchen with plenty of storage. Porch connected to kitchen for back entrance. Perfect for college renters with window a/c and kitchen appliances included. Convenient location, next to campus and lots of other amenities.

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Amenities for Olive St 2221

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat
Heating

Appliances

FridgeRange
RefrigeratorStove
Window AC

Building

Water/Sewer

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

Lawn & Snow
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One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

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About Olive St 2221

HomeApartments in Cedar Falls Olive St 2221

Cute main floor one bedroom apartment right off of the hill. Large kitchen with plenty of storage. Porch connected to kitchen for back entrance. Perfect for college renters with window a/c and kitchen appliances included. Convenient location, next to campus and lots of other amenities.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Olive St 2221 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Olive St 2221 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 Olive St 2221
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.
Olive St 2221 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.
Olive St 2221 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including lawn & snow. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Olive St 2221 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.
Olive St 2221 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 Olive St 2221 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 Olive St 2221 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.7 miles away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 175 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Central heat
Climate controlled environment

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 1.5 miles from public transportation
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1.1 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Cedar Falls

1-bedroom apartments at Olive St 2221 cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cedar Falls.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Cedar Falls
A table of studio rental data trends in Cedar Falls
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$834
December 2024$802
January 2025$795
February 2025$806
March 2025$802
April 2025$890
May 2025$950
June 2025$931
July 2025$915
August 2025$950
September 2025$930
October 2025$939
November 2025$865
December 2025$807
January 2026$833
February 2026$839
March 2026$875
April 2026$906
May 2026$998
June 2026$1,005
July 2026$1,025
August 2026$998
September 2026$994
October 2026$1,022

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 2221 Olive St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

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

$36,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $915.
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Schools near Olive St 2221

Lincoln Elementary School

321 8th st

cedar falls, IA, 50613

PK, K-6Public
B

Cedar Falls Virtual Campus

1002 w 1st st

cedar falls, IA, 50613

K-12Public

Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School

2526 ashworth dr

cedar falls, IA, 50613

PK, K-6Public
A
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Cedar Falls near 2221 Olive St

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 2221 Olive St, Cedar Falls

Groceries

2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 2221 Olive St

Rooted Carrot Co-op Market
123 W 7th St
Hy-Vee
6301 University Ave
Fareway
4500 S Main St
Natural Grocers
5410 University Ave
Fareway
214 N Magnolia Dr

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