Average Rent in Cedar Falls, IA
6 apartment buildings, 45 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Cheapest
$795/mo
228 Spaces
Properties
6
tracked daily
Units
45
available now
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Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 6 properties in Cedar Falls, IA.
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Average Rent by Property
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Cedar Falls, IA Rent Prices
All 6 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
228 Spaces
4117 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
Park @ Nine23 Apartments
923 Maplewood Dr, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
Thunder Ridge Apartments
2206 Thunder Ridge Blvd, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
Residences on College Hill
2112 Merner Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
Falls Edge Studios
4711 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
Arabella Apartments
200 W 1st St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 228 Spaces 4117 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA | $795 | $795 | $3.18 | 4.3 (59) | 1 |
| 2 | Park @ Nine23 Apartments 923 Maplewood Dr, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA | $850 | $1,034 | $1.49 | 4.3 (251) | 14 |
| 3 | Thunder Ridge Apartments 2206 Thunder Ridge Blvd, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA | $870 | $1,001 | $1.42 | 3.9 (40) | 10 |
| 4 | Residences on College Hill 2112 Merner Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA | $895 | $1,148 | $1.64 | 4 (101) | 2 |
| 5 | Falls Edge Studios 4711 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA | $900 | $1,025 | $2.26 | 4.9 (8) | 15 |
| 6 | Arabella Apartments 200 W 1st St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA | $1,470 | $1,537 | $3.28 | 4.6 (16) | 3 |
Rent & Price History by Building
228 Spaces
4.3 (59)4117 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
Park @ Nine23 Apartments
4.3 (251)923 Maplewood Dr, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
Thunder Ridge Apartments
3.9 (40)2206 Thunder Ridge Blvd, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
Residences on College Hill
4 (101)2112 Merner Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
Falls Edge Studios
4.9 (8)4711 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
Arabella Apartments
4.6 (16)200 W 1st St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA
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Cedar Falls, IA neighborhoods
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Cedar Falls, IA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Cedar Falls, IA is $1,057 per month, based on 45 units across 6 apartment communities. Prices range from $795 at 228 Spaces to $1,570 at Arabella Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $991/mo | $795/mo | 15 |
| 1 Bed | $1,057/mo | $850/mo | 20 |
| 2 Bed | $1,128/mo | $990/mo | 9 |
| 4 Bed | $1,400/mo | $1,400/mo | 1 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Market Context
Who rents in Cedar Falls, IA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Cedar Falls, IA averages $1,057/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $1,128/mo. At the local median household income of $74,165, that works out to 17% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Cedar Falls, IA at $1,177/mo. The current tracked market average runs 10% below that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Cedar Falls, IA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Cedar Falls, IA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$42,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,057/mo.
Comfortable income
$51,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($795/mo), you need to earn at least $32,000/year.
Median household income in Cedar Falls, IA is $74,165 , about 46% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Cedar Falls, IA
Overall prices in Cedar Falls, IA runs below the national average by about 12% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 88.0, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Cedar Falls, IA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,057 |
| Utilities | $267 |
| Groceries | $522 |
| Transportation | $637 |
| Healthcare | $311 |
| Other goods and services | $497 |
| Estimated total | $3,292/mo |
Population
40,662
Median household income
$74,165
Census median rent
$1,177/mo
Rent as % of income
34.7%
Median age
29.8
Mean commute
14 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Iowa
How Cedar Falls, IA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Cedar Falls, IA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, IA | $1,298 | +23% | +0.8% | 15 |
| Ames, IA | $1,004 | -5% | +0.3% | 11 |
| Ankeny, IA | $1,431 | +35% | +0.9% | 10 |
| West Des Moines, IA | $1,590 | +50% | +13% | 10 |
| Sioux City, IA | $1,069 | +1% | -4.7% | 9 |
| Waterloo, IA | $1,600 | +51% | -12.9% | 9 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Cedar Falls, IA?
The average rent in Cedar Falls, IA is $1,057 per month, based on 45 units across 6 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Cedar Falls, IA?
The median asking rent in Cedar Falls, IA is $1,000 per month, computed from 45 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $1,057/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Cedar Falls, IA?
The lowest available rent in Cedar Falls, IA starts at $795 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Cedar Falls, IA?
1-bedroom apartments in Cedar Falls, IA average $1,057/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $850/mo across 20 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Cedar Falls, IA?
2-bedroom apartments in Cedar Falls, IA average $1,128/mo. Units start from $990/mo across 9 units currently listed.
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