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Last updated on June 20, 2026
Average rent in
Cedar Rapids, IA
Average rent in
Last updated on June 20, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Cedar Rapids rent stands today
Cedar Rapids, IA rent rose 23.8% year over year, with a current median of $1,196/month matching the peak rent of $1,210/month. Renters are paying $147 more per month on average than last year, continuing a steady upward trend since late 2025.
Compared to national trends
Cedar Rapids sits 38.7% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a lower-cost option for renters in the Midwest with 66 total rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Cedar Rapids rent for $595/month, 1-bedrooms for $872/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,200/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,698/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $2,800/month. These figures show the range of rents by bedroom count across the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Southwest Area rents climbed 29.8% year over year to $1,295/month, outpacing the citywide increase of 23.8%. Noelridge Park also saw gains above 20%, showing strong rent growth in these neighborhoods compared to the broader market.
Median rent
Median rent in Cedar Rapids
$1,195/mo
24%vs previous year
The average rent in Cedar Rapids is $1,195 per month as of June 2026. This is 39% below the national average rent, or $754 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Cedar Rapids
66
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Cedar Rapids rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Cedar Rapids, IA
Average rent prices in Cedar Rapids have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 24% 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 Rapids, IA
Rent prices in Cedar Rapids vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Cedar Rapids is $985, whereas a house costs $1,700. 1-bedroom apartments in Cedar Rapids run $850 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,095.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $595 |  5% | 17% | |
1 bedroom | $872 | 1% | 25% | |
2 bedroom | $1,200 | 2% | 18% | |
3 bedroom | $1,697 | 3% | 15% | |
4 bedroom | $2,800 | 3% | 63% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Cedar Hills | $1,250 | |
Cedar Valley | $1,142 | |
Lincolnway Village | $1,210 | |
Mound View | $1,250 | |
Noelridge Park | $1,416 | |
Northwest Area | $1,317 | |
Oakhill Jackson | $1,175 | |
Southwest Area | $1,295 | |
Taylor | $1,287 | |
Wellington Heights | $1,056 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $985 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,500 | 11% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,700 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$595
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
17%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$872
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
25%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
18%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,697
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
15%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
63%
Taylor
Average rent
$1,287
Mound View
Average rent
$1,250
Oakhill Jackson
Average rent
$1,175
Cedar Hills
Average rent
$1,250
Wellington Heights
Average rent
$1,056
Southwest Area
Average rent
$1,295
Noelridge Park
Average rent
$1,416
Lincolnway Village
Average rent
$1,210
Northwest Area
Average rent
$1,317
Cedar Valley
Average rent
$1,142
Apartments
Average rent
$985
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
11%
Houses
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Cedar Rapids, 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 Rapids, IA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Cedar Rapids and Anamosa by all bedroom counts and property types.
Cedar Rapids
39%lower than the national median
54%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Cedar Rapids, IA is 33% higher than the median rent in Anamosa, IA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$900
27%$1,142
32%$1,300
3%$975
3%$875
18%$1,214
5%$1,250
$1,095
23%$1,050
5%$1,450
5%$1,435
4%$850
18%Cost of living in Cedar Rapids, IA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 3% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | No difference |
| Housing | 31% lower |
| Transportation | No difference |
| Utilities | 4% higher |
Discover rentals in Cedar Rapids, IA
5d+ ago
Wellington Heights apartment for rent in Cedar Rapids
1300 2nd Avenue Southeast #E, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Studio
0 baths
$400
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Wellington Heights apartment for rent in Cedar Rapids
1300 2nd Avenue Southeast #A, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Studio
0 baths
$425
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
19h ago
200 31st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
1 bed
1 bath
$510
Apartment for rent
19h ago
814 3rd Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
1 bed
1 bath
$595
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Oakhill Jackson condo for rent in Cedar Rapids
918 7th St Se #C, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
2 beds
1 bath
$2,799
Condo for rent
4d ago
5259 N River Blvd Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
2 beds
2 baths
$1,925
Apartment for rent
1d ago
152 Ellen Ln Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
2 beds
1 bath
$1,825
House for rent
5d+ ago
153 Clark Dr Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
2 beds
1 bath
$1,825
House for rent
29m ago
620 Ashton Pl Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
2 beds
1 bath
$1,220–$1,615
Apartment for rent
22h ago
6214 Rockwell Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,216–$2,863
Apartment for rent
23h ago
6900 Doubletree Rd Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
3 beds
2 baths
$1,950
House for rent
1d ago
151 1st Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650–$1,655
Apartment for rent
22h ago
OakLee Apartment Homes, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
1 bed
1 bath
$695
Apartment for rent
3d ago
515 2nd Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Apartment for rent
1d ago
151 1st Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650–$1,655
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1834 1st Ave Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
1 bed
1 bath
$765
Apartment for rent
12h ago
510 7th Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Studio
1 bath
$595
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1834 1st Ave Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
1 bed
1 bath
$765
Apartment for rent
2d ago
300 31st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Cedar Rapids
3 beds
1 bath
$1,300
House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Cedar Rapids, IA
Quick answers to common questions about the Cedar Rapids rental market.
How much is rent in Cedar Rapids?
The average rent in Cedar Rapids is $1,195 per month as of June 20, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Cedar Rapids?
Average rent prices in Cedar Rapids have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 24% since last year.
How does Cedar Rapids rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Cedar Rapids is 39% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $754 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Cedar Rapids?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Cedar Rapids are Wellington Heights ($1,056/mo), Cedar Valley ($1,142/mo), and Oakhill Jackson ($1,175/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Cedar Rapids?
To comfortably afford rent in Cedar Rapids, you'd need to earn approximately $48,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Cedar Rapids?
Cedar Rapids's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $720 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $990 monthly. These figures reflect the current market conditions in Iowa's second-largest city, where two-bedroom apartments make up the largest share of available inventory at 42% of listings.
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).