New Downtown Cedar Rapids Parking Ramp Opens

The five-level facility offers 450 parking spaces, including 10 for electric vehicles.

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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A new five-level parking ramp has opened to the public in downtown Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The ramp, located between First and Third streets SW, between First Avenue and Second Avenue, is part of the 1st and 1st West/Kingston Yard development. The facility includes 450 parking spaces, 10 of which are designated for electric vehicles, as well as multiple elevators, heated stairways, and bicycle parking.

Why it matters

The new parking ramp is expected to provide much-needed additional parking capacity in downtown Cedar Rapids, supporting the ongoing development and revitalization of the city's urban core. The inclusion of electric vehicle charging stations also reflects the growing demand for sustainable transportation options.

The details

The ramp's entrance is on Second Avenue, with vehicles exiting onto Third Street SW. While the ramp is now open, additional cosmetic work and landscaping are expected to continue through the spring. Access to the ramp may be affected by nearby construction, as Second Avenue SW remains closed to through traffic due to work on a neighboring hotel.

  • The new parking ramp opened to the public on February 7, 2026.
  • Additional cosmetic work and landscaping are expected to continue through the spring of 2026.

The players

City of Cedar Rapids

The local government entity that oversaw the development and opening of the new downtown parking ramp.

1st and 1st West/Kingston Yard Development

The larger mixed-use development project that the new parking ramp is a part of, located in downtown Cedar Rapids.

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The takeaway

The new downtown Cedar Rapids parking ramp represents an important investment in the city's infrastructure, providing much-needed additional parking capacity to support the ongoing revitalization and growth of the urban core. The inclusion of electric vehicle charging stations also signals the city's commitment to sustainable transportation options.