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Rental Market Trends in Hiawatha, IA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Hiawatha, IA is $918/month.

Rent in Hiawatha is 45% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$918/month

Average Rent

494 Sq Ft

Average Size

+5%

Change / Year

23

Available Apartments

Hiawatha rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Hiawatha average $953 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Hiawatha average $918 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Hiawatha average $1,133 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Hiawatha average $1,865 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$953/month
514 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$918/month
494 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,133/month
856 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,865/month
1,324 Sq Ft
View Hiawatha Apartments

How much has average rent changed in Hiawatha, IA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 5%, which averages out to $46 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Hiawatha, IA

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Hiawatha, IA
Percentage*
Rent Range
20% Below $700/month
40% $700 - $1,000/month
40% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Hiawatha, IA?

Because the average rent in Hiawatha is $918, you’ll want to make about $3,060 per month or $36,720 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Hiawatha, IA

23 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Hiawatha, IA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Hiawatha, IA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

Apartment Averages

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  • Marion

    Marion

    Avg Rent: $674/month

  • Cedar Rapids

    Cedar Rapids

    Avg Rent: $863/month

Apartment Communities in Hiawatha We Think You'll Love

The Crossing on Boyson

The Crossing on Boyson

100 Boyson Rd,
Hiawatha, IA 52233

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,160 - $1,865

Cambridge Townhomes

Cambridge Townhomes

2113 N Towne Ct NE,
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

2 Beds | $995

St. Andrews Apartments

St. Andrews Apartments

1621 Pinehurst Dr NE,
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

1-2 Beds | $835 - $1,105

Robinwood Apartments

Robinwood Apartments

285 Robins Rd,
Hiawatha, IA 52233

2 Beds | $875

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Hiawatha?

The average rent in Hiawatha is $918 per month, which is 44.9% lower than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Hiawatha?

Rents in Hiawatha, IA are increasing, with prices up 5.0% year-over-year and $46 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Hiawatha?

In Hiawatha, IA, 40% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Iowa Hiawatha Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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