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Last updated on August 5, 2026
Average rent in
Cedar Rapids, IA
Average rent in
Last updated on August 5, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Cedar Rapids rent stands today
Cedar Rapids, IA rent rose 29.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,295/month. Renters today are paying $226 more per month on average than last year, reaching the city's peak rent level from July 2026.
Compared to national trends
Cedar Rapids sits 33.2% more affordable than the $1,940/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters despite recent increases.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Cedar Rapids run around $1,175/month, 1-bedrooms at $750/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,362/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,800/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,000/month. These bedroom tiers represent the range of rents across unit sizes in the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Cedar Hills rents climbed 99.4% year over year to $1,695/month across 15 rentals, contrasting with Noelridge Park where rents fell 24.0% to $895/month. This divergence shows significant variation within the Cedar Rapids market.
Median rent
Median rent in Cedar Rapids
$1,295/mo
30%vs previous year
The average rent in Cedar Rapids is $1,295 per month as of August 2026. This is 33% below the national average rent, or $645 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Cedar Rapids
80
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 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 4% over the last month and have increased by 30% 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 $975, whereas a house costs $1,800. 1-bedroom apartments in Cedar Rapids run $755 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,275.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,175 | 5% | 31% | |
1 bedroom | $750 |  4% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,362 | 5% | 28% | |
3 bedroom | $1,800 | 8% | 27% | |
4 bedroom | $2,000 | 10% | 32% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Cedar Hills | $1,695 | |
Kenwood Park | $967 | |
Lincolnway Village | $1,100 | |
Mound View | $950 | |
Noelridge Park | $895 | |
Northwest Area | $1,463 | |
Oakhill Jackson | $1,325 | |
Southwest Area | $1,100 | |
Taylor | $1,350 | |
Wellington Heights | $1,300 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $975 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $2,180 | 25% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,800 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,175
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
31%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,362
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
28%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
27%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
32%
Taylor
Average rent
$1,350
Mound View
Average rent
$950
Oakhill Jackson
Average rent
$1,325
Cedar Hills
Average rent
$1,695
Kenwood Park
Average rent
$967
Southwest Area
Average rent
$1,100
Northwest Area
Average rent
$1,463
Lincolnway Village
Average rent
$1,100
Wellington Heights
Average rent
$1,300
Noelridge Park
Average rent
$895
Apartments
Average rent
$975
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$2,180
Last 30 days
25%
Houses
Average rent
$1,800
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
33%lower than the national median
34%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Cedar Rapids, IA is 1% higher than the median rent in Anamosa, IA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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21%Cost of living in Cedar Rapids, IA
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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
4d ago
200 31st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
1 bed
1 bath
$510
Apartment for rent
4d ago
814 3rd Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
1 bed
1 bath
$595
Apartment for rent
11h ago
900 3rd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,200–$1,995
Apartment for rent
4d ago
153 Ellen Ln Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
2 beds
1 bath
$1,895
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Cedar Rapids
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,895
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Cedar Rapids
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,895
House for rent
9h ago
640 16th Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Apartment for rent in Cedar Rapids
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 16
6h ago
254 Northpointe Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,387–$2,182
Apartment for rent
6h ago
922 9th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
2 beds
2 baths
$1,375
Apartment for rent
13h ago
OakLee Apartment Homes, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
1 bed
1 bath
$695
Apartment for rent
20h ago
3635 12th Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
1–2 beds
1 bath
$755–$1,040
Apartment for rent
6h ago
254 Northpointe Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,387–$2,182
Apartment for rent
19h ago
5502 Kirkwood Blvd Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
9h ago
640 16th Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
13h ago
OakLee Apartment Homes, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
1 bed
1 bath
$695
Apartment for rent
14h ago
2621 Wilson Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
4 beds
3 baths
$1,650
Apartment for rent
17h ago
233 Harnett St Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
2 beds
1 bath
$775
Apartment 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 $1,295 per month as of August 1, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Cedar Rapids?
Average rent prices in Cedar Rapids have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 30% since last year.
How does Cedar Rapids rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Cedar Rapids is 33% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $645 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Cedar Rapids?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Cedar Rapids are Noelridge Park ($895/mo), Mound View ($950/mo), and Kenwood Park ($967/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 $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 Rapids?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Cedar Rapids average around $770/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,050/month.
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).