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Last updated on November 12, 2026
Average rent in
Cedar Falls, IA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 12, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Cedar Falls rent stands today
Cedar Falls, IA rent rose 7.7% year over year, with a current median of $1,300/month. Renters today are paying $92 more per month on average than last year, reaching the city's peak median rent for November 2026.
Compared to national trends
Cedar Falls sits 31.6% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a more accessible market for renters compared to many larger metros.
Price ranges
Studios in Cedar Falls run around $1,000/month, 1-bedrooms at $922/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,100/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,400/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $1,800/month. These bedroom tiers reflect the range of rents available across the city.
Median rent
Median rent in Cedar Falls
$1,300/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Cedar Falls is $1,300 per month as of November 2026. This is 32% below the national average rent, or $600 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Cedar Falls
146
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Cedar Falls rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Cedar Falls, IA
Average rent prices in Cedar Falls have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Cedar Falls, IA
Rent prices in Cedar Falls vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Cedar Falls is $1,190, whereas a house costs $1,650. 1-bedroom apartments in Cedar Falls run $922 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,000.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,000 |  7% | 14% | |
1 bedroom | $922 | 1% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,100 | 8% | 8% | |
3 bedroom | $1,400 | No Change | 8% | |
4 bedroom | $1,800 | 6% | 10% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Cedar Falls, IA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,190 | No Change | 1% | |
Condos | $1,225 | 2% | 18% | |
Houses | $1,650 | 3% | 10% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
14%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$922
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
8%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
8%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
10%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Cedar Falls, IA.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,190
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,225
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
18%
Houses
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
10%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Cedar Falls, IA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Cedar Falls, IA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Cedar Falls and Ankeny by all bedroom counts and property types.
Cedar Falls
32%lower than the national median
25%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Cedar Falls, IA is 8% lower than the median rent in Ankeny, IA.
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Cost of living in Cedar Falls, IA
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 10% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 8% lower |
| Housing | 13% lower |
| Transportation | 11% lower |
| Utilities | 19% lower |
Discover rentals in Cedar Falls, IA
5h ago
2112 Merner Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
1–4 beds
1 bath
$299–$1,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Cedar Falls
321 Cedar Crest Dr #7, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
22h ago
710 W Seerley Blvd, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
3 beds
2 baths
$800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3216 3216, 3220, 3224 Neloa St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
402 Fast Ln, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
3 beds
2 baths
$1,950–$2,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
917 W 23rd St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Studio–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,090–$2,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
804 Clay St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
2 beds
2 baths
$1,850–$2,295
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
1003 Bluegrass Cir, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
2 beds
2 baths
$1,450–$2,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
4711 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Studio
1 bath
$950–$1,095
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
402 Fast Ln, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
3 beds
2 baths
$1,950–$2,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
4526 Chadwick Rd, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
2 beds
2 baths
$1,475
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2206 Thunder Ridge Blvd, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
2 beds
1 bath
$945
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
4711 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Studio
1 bath
$950–$1,095
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
1103 Main St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Studio
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
1012 Clay St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000–$1,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
1918 Olive St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$750–$1,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
4711 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Studio
1 bath
$950–$1,095
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
402 Fast Ln, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
3 beds
2 baths
$1,950–$2,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
9h ago
2515 Olive St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
2–3 beds
1 bath
$900–$1,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
9h ago
2311 Olive St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
2–3 beds
1 bath
$900–$1,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Cedar Falls, IA
Quick answers to common questions about the Cedar Falls rental market.
How much is rent in Cedar Falls?
The average rent in Cedar Falls is $1,300 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Cedar Falls?
Average rent prices in Cedar Falls have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Cedar Falls rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Cedar Falls is 32% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $600 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Cedar Falls?
To comfortably afford rent in Cedar Falls, you'd need to earn approximately $52,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Cedar Falls?
February offers the lowest rental prices in Cedar Falls, with rents running about 6% lower than October's peak levels, making winter moves more budget-friendly than fall apartment hunting.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).